Green Milkweed (Asclepias viridiflora)

Family: Asclepiadaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Asclepias viridiflora is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Leaves, Shoots, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring in soups. — The root can be dried and stored for use as a flavouring in soups.; The following reports refer to other members of this genus and are possibly also appropriate for this species.; Unopened flower buds - cooked.; They taste somewhat like peas.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy, gravelly or calcareous soils in prairies. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)