Calotropis gigantea (Giant Milkweed) - Video 2

Botanical name: Calotropis gigantea

Common names: Giant Milkweed, Crown Flower, Giant Calotrope, Arka, Jilledu, Erukkam Madar, White Madaar

Family: Apocynaceae    (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)

Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae

Origin: India

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Seaside, salt tolerant plant
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Calotropis gigantea - Giant milkweed, Arka

2233 Calotropis gigantea - Giant milkweed, Arka

Giant milkweed, Giant Calotrope - Lilac colored flowers can be seen all through the year, great butterfly attractor. A tough and hardy plant, drought tolerant, good for hot sites.
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
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