Florida Milkvine (Matelea floridana) plant pick and butterflies

and butterflies

The color and the nectar are a nice draw for hummingbirds

Cuphodes wisteriae moth

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

Larval host for several butterflies and moths

Florida Milkvine (Matelea floridana) plant pick and butterfliesFlorida 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