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Marcus, Joseph A.

Funastrum crispum

Funastrum crispum (Benth.) Schltr.

Wavy-leaf Milkweed Vine, Wavyleaf Twinevine

Asclepiadaceae (Milkweed Family)

Synonym(s): Sarcostemma crispum, Sarcostemma lobata

USDA Symbol: FUCR

USDA Native Status: L48 (N)

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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Subshrub
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Bloom Information

Bloom Color: Red

Distribution

USA: AZ , CO , NM , OK , TX

From the National Organizations Directory

According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Austin, TX

Additional resources

USDA: Find Funastrum crispum in USDA Plants
FNA: Find Funastrum crispum in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Funastrum crispum

Metadata

Record Modified: 2007-01-01
Research By: TWC Staff

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