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Tropical vs. native: When it comes to milkweed, does it really matter what you plant? By Markis Hill Special to The Star. September 13, 2024 5:00 AM.

All milkweed plants — tropical or native — are good for butterflies and other pollinators, right? For the most part, that’s true. However, there is much debate between policymakers and the ...