Florida Milkvine (Matelea floridana) plant pick Blooms July to August

Blooms July to August

Cuphodes wisteriae moth

Larval host for several butterflies and moths

Planting: at least 3 to 4 feet

its natural range is in the very southern part of eastern coastal Florida and inland dunes

Florida Milkvine (Matelea floridana) plant pick Blooms July to AugustFlorida Milkvine (Matelea floridana), also known as Florida Spiny Pod, is a perennial twining vine that can reach over 10 feet in height, winding gracefully through trellises or sprawling naturally across landscapes. Its striking burgundy to reddish purple blooms provide a bold splash of color, attracting beetle pollinators and serving as a critical larval host for Monarch, Queen, and Soldier butterflies. This resilient vine flourishes in well drained