Below are photos of the spectacular flower and thin leaf of Asclepias fascicularis, the narrow-leaf milkweed. This species, and others in its genus, is a specific monarch butterfly food and habitat plant. Planting milkweeds and helping to support their populations can aid in creating habitat for the dwindling populations of monarch butterfly.
Narrow-leaf milkweed flower and bud at varying stages.
Narrow leaf milkweed leaf and unopened flower (bud).