Asclepias fascicularis

Common name(s): narrow leaf milkweed, California milkweed

Description: perennial; a particularly drought tolerant species of milkweed found in desert, dry woodland and chapparal habitats across the Western U.S. (including Oregon). Like most milkweeds, it is a host plant for monarch butterflies and will attract many other pollinators as well. Pale lilac flower clusters from late spring to late summer. 

Height: to 3 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: to attract pollinators, ornamental

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought

Distribution: Western U.S. and NW Mexico