Is Scarlet Milkweed Native to Florida

Tropical or scarlet milkweed (Asclepias curassavica) is native to South America, but it has become naturalized in parts of several southern states, including Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Louisiana, and Texas.

What milkweed is native to Florida?

Two milkweed species are commonly offered for sale as “butterfly garden plants.” One, Asclepias tuberosa, is native to Florida. The other, Asclepias curassavica, is non-native.

Is red butterfly milkweed native to Florida?

The red and yellow blooms of tropical milkweed are ubiquitous in North Florida butterfly gardens. This non-native milkweed has exploded in popularity as demand for milkweed grows to support declining monarch butterfly populations. This tropical species, native to Mexico, is very easy to propagate.