Description: Asclepias cryptoceras, commonly known as the pallid milkweed or cryptic milkweed, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. This unique species belongs to the milkweed family and thrives in arid environments, typically found in desert scrublands, rocky slopes, and dry washes. Its slender stems reach heights between 1 to 3 feet, adorned with lance-shaped leaves and clusters of intricate, pale greenish-white flowers. The blossoms exhibit a captivating design, featuring reflexed petals and intricate hoods that attract various pollinators, particularly butterflies and bees. Asclepias cryptoceras plays a crucial role in supporting local ecosystems as a host plant for monarch butterflies and other pollinators, contributing to biodiversity and serving as a vital component of regional habitats. Zones 4-10GerminationGerminating Asclepias cryptoceras seeds involves several steps to ensure successful growth. To enhance germination rates, it's beneficial to stratify the seeds by cold treatment. This can be achieved by placing the seeds in a moistened growing medium, like peat moss or paper towels, and sealing them in a plastic bag. Store the bag in the refrigerator for 4-6 weeks, mimicking winter conditions. After stratification, sow the seeds in a well-draining seed-starting mix, lightly covering them with soil. Ensure the growing medium remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Place the seed tray or pots in a warm and sunny location, as Asclepias cryptoceras typically require warmth and sunlight for successful germination. With adequate moisture, light, and warmth, the seeds should germinate within a few weeks, leading to the emergence of delicate seedlings ready for transplantation into their permanent growing locations.
Price: 24.79 USD
Location: San Francisco, California
End Time: 2023-12-18T16:13:57.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Climate: Arid, Highland, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Semiarid, Subarctic, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry, Tundra
Planting Time: 6 Weeks
Common Name: Pallid Milkweed
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & Outdoor
Color: Green, Multicolor, Pink, Purple
Growth Habit: Clumping
Soil Type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Peat, Saline, Sand, Silt
Brand: Unbranded
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Soil pH: Neutral
Type: Milkweed Seeds
Life Cycle: Perennial
Watering: Light
Genus: Asclepias
Sunlight: Full Sun
Features: Flowering
Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
