Zizotes milkweed (Asclepias oenotheroides) is in the Dogbane Family family (Apocynaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,447 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in September.
Nationally it blooms mainly from April to September, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Zizotes milkweed: observations by month (U.S.)
About Zizotes milkweed
Asclepias oenotheroides is a species of milkweed, commonly known as zizotes milkweed or side-cluster milkweed. It is native to the south-western United States and Central America.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Zizotes milkweed by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1,440 | September | Apr–Sep |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Dogbane Family)
Butterfly Milkweed
Common Milkweed
Lesser Periwinkle
Swamp Milkweed
Showy Milkweed
Green Antelopehorns
Narrowleaf Milkweed
Spreading Dogbane
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Zizotes milkweed?
Nationally, September has the most observations, with the main season from April to September.
Where is Zizotes milkweed most often seen?
The most observations come from Texas.