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Desert Milkweed Vine

Cynanchum viminale, Apocynaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

White SaxaulHaloxylon persicum
Physical SupportWind Protection
Sweet AcaciaAcacia farnesiana
Physical SupportNitrogen Fixation
Qatar Bean CaperTetraena qatarensis
Physical SupportWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Climbing OnionBowiea volubilis

Both are climbing/vining species that may compete for vertical growing space and light

Uses

Functions

Vertical GrowingPollinator SupportErosion ControlGround Cover

Edible Parts

Young Shoots

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound TreatmentLatex For Skin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Desert Milkweed Vine grow in?

Desert Milkweed Vine grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Desert Milkweed Vine?

Good companions for Desert Milkweed Vine include White Saxaul, Sweet Acacia, Qatar Bean Caper.

Design guilds with Desert Milkweed Vine and see companion relationships visually.

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