Pearl Milkweed Vine
Pearl Milkweed Vine
–
Matelea reticulata
Green Milkweed Vine
6
–
12 feet
1
–
3 feet
Central Texas
Central Texas
Texas
Part Sun/Shade
Very Low
Attracts Pollinators
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About This Plant
An unobtrusive vine whose small flowers bear a curiously shiny pearl-like center. Often found growing in shaded settings around live oaks and Texas persimmon. Seed pods develop in summer, covered with interesting fleshy spikes. This native is not widely available in plant nurseries but if you have it on your property save it.
Maintenance
This is a very low maintenance vine. Pearl Milkweed dies back to the ground every winter, and the senescent vegetation quickly biodegrades.
Features
Plant Type:
Vine
Size:
6-12' H, 1-3' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Clay, Thin
Wildlife:
Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators
Flower Color:
Green
Bloom Time:
March, April, May, June
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Yucca recurvifolia
Aesculus glabra var. arguta
Diospyros texana
Cassia lindheimeriana
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