Representative illustration

Butterfly weed

Asclepias tuberosa

Check your plant’s identity

Does the label say Asclepias tuberosa, butterfly weed or butterfly milkweed? Tropical milkweed (Asclepias curassavica), other milkweeds, butterfly bush (Buddleja) and Indian paintbrush (Castilleja) are different plants. If there is no label or it's unclear, choose I'm not sure; the reference picture does not confirm your plant.

Important precautions

All parts of this plant are harmful if eaten by people, and milkweeds are listed as toxic to dogs, cats and horses. The sap can irritate skin and eyes; wear gloves when handling it. If a person or pet eats it, contact a poison centre or vet.

Care guidance is partial and depends on your growing conditions. Check the available guidance in the app; this profile does not promise complete care. A representative illustration does not confirm your plant’s identity.