Non-native plants this species can replace:
Common Name
Swamp milkweed
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
6.0
Width (ft)
3.0 -
4.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Rabbit resistant
Yes
Habitat
Tends to grow in wet sites along streams, ponds, or bogs.
Wildlife value
This plant provides nectar for pollinators including Monarch (Danaus plexippus) butterflies. It is the larval host plant for Monarch (Danaus plexippus) larvae
High Value Generalist
Earth Sangha lists this plant as a "High Value Generalist" because it is easy to grow, occurs across a wide range of habitats and is known to be of high value to wildlife
Poisonous to Humans:
Poison Severity:
Low
Poison Symptoms:
Can cause stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, weakness, lethargy, and confusion if eaten in quantity. Milky sap can cause contact dermatitis and eye irritation
Causes Contact Dermatitis:
Yes
Poison Part:
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves, Roots, Seeds, Stems
Also a Problem For:
Dogs and Horses
Flower Color
Cream/White
Pink
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Fragrant
Yes
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Fall
Bloom Month
July
August
September
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Wet
Moist
Soil Texture
Clay
High organic matter
Loamy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Hummingbirds
Monarchs
Tolerates
Commercially available
Yes
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)
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