Asclepias Exaltata (Noun)
Meaning
Milkweed of the eastern United States with leaves resembling those of pokeweed.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Asclepias exaltata is a type of milkweed native to the eastern United States, often found in woodland edges and along streams.
- The leaves of Asclepias exaltata resemble those of pokeweed, making it a unique identification challenge for botanists.
- Asclepias exaltata is a vital food source for monarch butterfly caterpillars in the eastern United States.
- In the wild, Asclepias exaltata can grow up to 6 feet tall, with clusters of small white flowers that bloom in mid-summer.
- Asclepias exaltata is sometimes cultivated in gardens for its ornamental value and to support local pollinators.