Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca · Perennial broadleaf plant, not a grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Native Prairie
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 to 9, highly cold hardy and goes fully dormant in winter.
About This Grass
Stout, erect stem with large opposite leaves and distinctive warty seed pods that split open to release silky-haired seeds.
Blade Characteristics
Broad, oblong to ovate leaves with prominent veins, completely distinct from narrow grass blades.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Rhizomatous, upright colonies
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun, low to moderate water needs, highly drought tolerant in well-drained soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Not applicable as a turfgrass; manage by hand-pulling or selective cutting if unwanted.
Identified on 10/12/2026