Texas Milkweed
Asclepias texana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Asclepias texana (Texas Milkweed) is a drought-tolerant native forb of Texas that blooms from March through November. This white-flowered milkweed attracts butterflies and bees while thriving in full sun conditions.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies, bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Texas Milkweed is a compact native perennial that produces clusters of small white to pale pink flowers from spring through fall. This drought-tolerant plant forms neat clumps and goes dormant in winter, returning reliably each spring.
Growing Texas Milkweed
Grow Texas Milkweed in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 36 inches tall and spread 12 to 36 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Texas Milkweed is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
Essential host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars and provides nectar for various butterflies and native bees. Critical component of pollinator gardens and monarch migration support.
Common questions
- When does Texas Milkweed bloom?
- Asclepias texana blooms for an extended period from March through November, making it a valuable long-season nectar source.
- What pollinators visit Texas Milkweed?
- Texas Milkweed attracts both butterflies and bees, serving as an important nectar plant for these pollinators throughout its lengthy blooming season.
- Where is Asclepias texana native?
- Texas Milkweed is native to Texas, where it grows naturally in the state's diverse ecosystems and adapted climate conditions.
- What growing conditions does Texas Milkweed prefer?
- Asclepias texana thrives in full sun locations with low water requirements, making it well-suited for drought-tolerant landscaping in its native range.
- Is Texas Milkweed HOA-friendly?
- Texas Milkweed is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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