Swamp Milkweed - Asclepias incarnata

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Swamp Milkweed

Asclepias incarnata

This wildflower is common in swampy areas and along stream banks.

Requirements:

Soil Type - most
Soil pH - Neutral
Water - Moist - wet
Light - Full sun to Partial shade

Characteristics:

Height - 2 to 4 ft
Time of Bloom - June - August
Flower colors - dark pink
Propagation - seed

June 29, 2008
Found along the Grasse River downstream of Madrid, St. Lawrence County, NY

by common name