The Story
Funastrum cynanchoides (Fringed Twinevine) is a deciduous, twining perennial vine with pale white to pink star-like flowers. This plant climbs over bushes and fences, making it an attractive addition to natural or ornamental settings. It prefers dry, limestone-based soils in part shade and blooms from April to August. As a member of the milkweed family, it's a larval host for Monarch and Queen butterflies, contributing to local butterfly populations.
Scientific Name: Funastrum cynanchoides
Origin: Southern California to Texas and Mexico
Height: Up to 10 ft
Spread: Up to 10 ft
Light: Part shade
Water: Medium
USDA Zones: 8-11
Bloom Dates: April to August
Larval Host: Monarch, Queen butterfly
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Funastrum cynanchoides (Fringed Twinevine) is a deciduous, twining perennial vine with pale white to pink star-like flowers. This plant climbs over bushes and fences, making it an attractive addition to natural or ornamental settings. It prefers dry, limestone-based soils in part shade and blooms from April to August. As a member of the milkweed family, it's a larval host for Monarch and Queen butterflies, contributing to local butterfly populations.
Scientific Name: Funastrum cynanchoides
Origin: Southern California to Texas and Mexico
Height: Up to 10 ft
Spread: Up to 10 ft
Light: Part shade
Water: Medium
USDA Zones: 8-11
Bloom Dates: April to August
Larval Host: Monarch, Queen butterfly
