Milkweed

Overview

Description:

Milkweed (asclepias) is a genus of plant with more than 140 different species. Milkweed have:
Sturdy, hollow stems that produce milky-white sap when broken
Oblong leaves that are smooth on top with fine, white hairs on the underside
Pinkish-purple, orange or white flowers that grow in umbrella-like clusters
Long, seed-filled pods

Type:
Outdoor plant, weed

Toxicity: (2)
Note: Toxicity scale ranges from minor harm to most poisonous (1-4)

Ingestion may cause minor symptoms such as rash, vomiting or diarrhea.

Toxic Parts:
Leaves, stems and roots

Call the 24-Hour Poison Help Line for Additional Support:

800-222-1222

Additional Information

Disclaimer

The list of poisonous plants on this Web site does not necessarily include every poisonous plant that is known or that might be found in a home or yard. The University of Kansas Hospital does not advise eating any of the plants on this web site. We discourage the use of any of these plants for self medication. The information on this site is taken from the literature, and the degree of reliability is unknown. In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, contact the Poison Center 1-800-222-1222.