Mexicana Milkweed (Asclepias mexicana)

Family: Asclepiadaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Asclepias mexicana is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young blossoms - cooked. Some caution is advised, see the notes on toxicity at the top of the page. — Young blossoms - cooked.; Some caution is advised, see the notes on toxicity at the top of the page.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)