Fragrant rosy red and white flowers 1/4″ wide form several flat clusters 2-4″ wide. Individual flowers have 5 downward curving petals and 5 upward petals resembling a crown.
| Family | Milkweed |
|---|---|
| Season Bloom | Summer |
| Habitat | Wet, sunny, near streams and lakes, ditches, marshes |
| Cycle | Perennial |
| Height | 2-4' |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are smooth, narrow, and opposite in pairs. |
| Soil Type | Wet |
| Light Source | Sun, Partial Sun |
| Location | Woodland |