Asclepias ameliae
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Asclepias ameliae
- Plant type
- Wildflower
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- North American prairies
- Toxic to pets
- Toxic
- Toxic to people
- Toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Asclepias ameliae is
Asclepias ameliae is an upright wildflower native to North American prairies. You will notice its structured growth, which rises vertically rather than sprawling outward.
This plant prefers consistent light and medium water levels. Bringing it into your space means providing a warm environment with moderate humidity levels to mimic its natural surroundings.
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The plant contains cardiac glycosides which are harmful if ingested by humans or animals.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Asclepias ameliae
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Prairie heritage
Indigenous groups and local wildlife interacted with these plants as part of the established prairie ecosystem.
- 19th century
Botanical documentation
Naturalists began formally recording the species as they traveled through the North American plains.
- Modern day
Garden cultivation
You likely grow this plant from seed today to support local ecology and enjoy its upright form in your outdoor areas.
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Frequently asked about Asclepias ameliae
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Asclepias ameliae?
Asclepias ameliae is a species in the Asclepias genus. Commonly known as Asclepias ameliae, a wildflower, and with a upright growth habit. Native to North American prairies.
How do you care for Asclepias ameliae?
Reference care guidance for Asclepias ameliae: full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Asclepias ameliae?
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