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Honeyvine milkweed (Cynanchum laeve or Ampelamus albidus) is a vining weed that is difficult to control because of its large perennial taproot, rapid growth rate, large annual production of seeds, and minimal treatable surfaces. This weed grows rapidly making it difficult to manage with post-emergent herbicides.

Honeyvine milkweed.

(Photo: John G. Strong, University of Kentucky)

Management: 

• Pre-emergent herbicide help prevent seed germination, while post-emergent herbicides must be applied persistently and repeatedly after germination.

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