Sandhill Spiny Pod (Matelea pubiflora) - 1 Gallon pot providing a stunning display of

providing a stunning display of color and a valuable source of nectar and pollen for bees

and one featuring bumblebee and floral designs in a vibrant yellow and green palette

fragrant white flowers provide nectar for bees and butterflies in spring

and small mammals

This plant is also known as "Pinewoods milkweed" given it is often found in Pinewoods habitat and "Purple milkweed" because of its purple flower that bloom in spring and summer

Sandhill Spiny Pod (Matelea pubiflora) - 1 Gallon pot providing a stunning display ofSandhill Spiny Pod is a milkweed groundcover. All milkweed serve as a host plant for Monarchs and Queens. Sandhill Spiny Pod milkweed can be found on sand dunes as they prefer exposed sandy soil. They reach between 8 43 inches and bloom with reddish brown or olive green petals. This plant is considered endangered in Florida and is currently rarely found in the wild. ab