Blood Flower

Asclepias curassavica

Basics

Plant Type :Interior Plant, Perennial
Hardiness Range : Minimum :9
Maximum :11
Zone : 9,10,11

Height Range : Minimum :60.96
Maximum :91.44

Spread Range : Minimum :30.48
Maximum :60.96

Growth Range :Average growth rate

Shape : Upright or erect

Exposure (light) : Full sun

Wetness Tolerance : Moist
Persistnece : Broadleaf, Evergreen
Leaf Color : Green

Fall Color : Not applicable

Bloom

Color : Orange, Red, White, Yellow
Time : Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall

Fruit Color : Green
Attribute : Attracts butterflies, Suitable for cut flowers, Extended bloom season in Zones 9A and above, Attractive flowers or blooms

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :Low salt tolerance
Environment :Drought tolerant
Soil Condition :Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Slightly alkaline, Well drained