Narrowleaf Milkweed

Narrowleaf milkweed is a perennial herb native to dry grasslands, open woodlands, and roadsides of the western United States. It grows 2–4 feet tall, with slender, whorled leaves and clusters of pale pink to lavender flowers that bloom in summer. Like other milkweeds, it produces distinctive seed pods that release silky-haired seeds dispersed by wind. Ecologically, narrowleaf milkweed is an important larval host plant for monarch butterflies and provides nectar for a wide range of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. Its drought tolerance and adaptability make it valuable for restoration projects and pollinator-friendly plantings in arid and semi-arid habitats.