An under appreciated small woodland Milkweed, Asclepias quadrifolia — four leaf milkweed, stands proudly, brightening the lightly shaded calcareous understory with fragrant flowers. Its short size belies its thick and deep roots that allow it to weather considerable drought and hardship. It can persist! #ENAnativeplant #nativeplant #milkweed #indigenousplant #baserich #calcareous