Matelea reticulata (Pearl Milkweed Vine) Spring flowering Fall color is burgundy

Fall color is burgundy

It is a true butterfly magnet and an absolute must-have in any butterfly garden

Painted Lady butterfly Notes Berries in late summer and fall

Also known as Giant Sacaton

The plant is very brittle and breaks easily

Matelea reticulata (Pearl Milkweed Vine) Spring flowering Fall color is burgundyAlso known as Green Milkweed Vine, Netted Milkvine or Net Vein Milkvine. Pearl Milkweed Vine is a dainty plant with small but intricate, green, star shaped flowers with an iridescent pearl like center. Flowers are followed by a large seedpod. Pearl Milkweed Vine dies back to the ground every winter but comes back reliably. It does well in a woodland edge location with well draining soils. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Part