Tropical Milkweed (Asclepias Curassavica) is a perennial herb in the Apocynaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Asclepias curassavica is a perennial or sometimes annual herbaceous plant known for its bright red and orange flowers, commonly grown for its ornamental value and as a host for monarch butterflies.

Tropical Milkweed

Tropical Milkweed

Asclepias Curassavica

Asclepias curassavica is a perennial or sometimes annual herbaceous plant known for its bright red and orange flowers, commonly grown for its ornamental value and as a host for monarch butterflies.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tropical Milkweed

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Tropical Milkweed
Tropical Milkweed detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Asclepias