Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as the butterfly weed, is a bright and beautiful perennial plant native to North America. This species is well-loved by gardeners and nature enthusiasts alike for its vibrant orange flowers and attractive foliage. Asclepias tuberosa is a member of the milkweed family, which is an important habitat for monarch butterflies. It is also sometimes referred to as orange milkweed, pleurisy root, or chigger flower. Other similar species in the genus Asclepias include Asclepias syriaca (common milkweed) and Asclepias incarnata (swamp milkweed), which are also highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.