Florida Milkvine (Matelea floridana) plant pick The color and the nectar

The color and the nectar are a nice draw for hummingbirds

Blooms July to August

Size: 25-60 ft

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

and butterflies

Florida Milkvine (Matelea floridana) plant pick The color and the nectarFlorida 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