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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.

Synonyms

  • Poke Milkweed

Hypernyms

  • Milkweed
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