Gomphocarpus Hairy Balls ( Gomphocarpus physocarpus) Common names Hairy Balls Giant Swan Milkweed Balloon Plant Milkweed Balloon Cotton Bush Botanical names Accepted: Gomphocarpus physocarpus Synonym: Asclepias physocarpa Synonym: Gomphocarpus semilunatus Photo Gallery Uploaded by csandt Uploaded by poisondartfrog Uploaded by sunkissed Gomphocarpus physocarpus, commonly known as hairy balls, balloonplant, balloon cotton-bush, bishop's balls, nailhead, or swan plant, [2] is a species of plant in the family Apocynaceae, related to the milkweeds. The plant is native to southeast Africa, but it has been widely naturalized. It is often used as an ornamental plant. Description
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A Milkweed family member, another common name is Balloon Plant. Native to South Africa, this plant is an invasive in tropical climates, but in my zone 6-7 area, winter cold keep it in check. Hairy Balls in full glory Here are some facts about this amazing plant: Fast growing annual Milkweed, hardy in zones 8-10 Hairy Balls Nailhead, Swan Plant Previously known as: Asclepias physocarpa Phonetic Spelling gom-fo-KAR-pus fy-so-KAR-puh This plant has low severity poison characteristics. See below Description Ballon Plant is a shrubby herbaceous perennial that is native to South Africa in the milkweed or dogbane (Apocynaceae) family. Hairy balls is an attractive milkweed and host plant for monarch butterflies. It certainly is a unique plant that deserves a place in the garden. They keep their shape and color for several weeks and make a unique addition to wreaths or arrangements. Quick Facts and Keys to Success A Milkweed family member, another common name is Balloon Plant. Native to South Africa, this plant is an invasive in tropical climates, but in my zone 6-7 area, winter cold keep it in check. Hairy Balls in full glory Here are some facts about this amazing plant: Fast growing annual Milkweed, hardy in zones 8-10
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Balloon plant is an upright, herbaceous plant or soft shrub that can grow over 6 feet tall from the fibrous roots. The slender, single-stemmed trunk has multiple hollow, pale yellowish green branches. The smooth textured, light green, opposite leaves are 3-4 inches long. They are narrowly oblong to lanceolate. Common Name: Hairy Balls, Balloon Plant, Giant Swan Milkweed Latin Name: Gomphocarpus physocarpus Bloom time: June hrough August Sun: Full sun to part shade Water: Drought tolerant Height: 3-8 feet Spread: 3-4 feet Native: No Host Plant: Monarch Nectar Plant: Attracts a variety of pollinators Colors & Cultivars: White flowers Gomphocarpus physocarpus a member of the Milkweed family that has many common names including Hairy Balls, Giant Swan Plant, Goose Plant, Family Jewels, Osca. Gomphocarpus physocarpus * Family Jewels, Hairy Balls. Gomphocarpus physocarpus is a milkweed relative from South Africa where it is a host plant for the African Monarch. The former name was Asclepias physocarpa. In most places Gomphocarpus pysocarpus will be a late Summer blooming annual, but in warmer gardens it can overwinter, often coming.
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Gomphocarpus physocarpus common names: Asclepias physocarpa is the former botanical name, Bishop's balls, Goose plant, Giant swan plant, Hairy balls, Family jewels, Oscar, Cotton-bush, Balloon cotton-bush, Balloon plant milkweed Gomphocarpus Physocarpus Plant Specs Perennial zone for USDA hardiness zones 8 and above (lows -12.2 °C or 10 °F) $ 10.00 Asclepias physocarpa (Gomphocarpus physocarpus) is a unique milkweed and favorite with Monarch Butterflies as a milkweed host. It is grown as an annual throughout the United States except in USDA Zones 8-10. This milkweed is commonly known as Hairy Balls, Swan plant, Balloon plant, Oscar milkweed, and Family Jewels.
Home Flower Seed Vegetable and Herb Seed Blog Skip to product information This very unusual Milkweed goes by many common names- Hairy Balls Milkweed or Family Jewels Milkweed. This is a tropical milkweed from Africa that is hardy in zones 9-11. This plant is sometimes known as Balloon Plant or Swan Plant. It's Asclepias physocarpa but its common name—Family Jewels tree (aka Hairy Balls plant, or the far more boring Balloonplant) says far more about what this member of the milkweed family actually looks like. It's a tender perennial in zone 7, so it is most certainly an annual in my zone 5b garden, but I wanted to give it a shot anyway.
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Description Balloon Plant Milkweed (asclepias physocarpa) - Also called Family Jewels Milkweed, Hairy Balls Milkweed, Giant Swan Milkweed. Unusual plant forms large rounded seed pods as the name suggests. Like other milkweeds, this is an important nectar and host plant for the monarch butterfly. Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. Check out the largest plant identification database in the world. Read plant and insect reference guides at Daves Garden.. Balloonplant, Cotton-Bush, Hairy Balls, Giant Swan Milkweed. Gomphocarpus physocarpus. Upload Image Print Version.
