Poke Milkweed (Noun)
Meaning
Milkweed of the eastern United States with leaves resembling those of pokeweed.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Poke milkweed, a plant species native to the eastern United States, features unique leaves that set it apart from other varieties of milkweed.
- The eastern part of the country is home to poke milkweed, a plant that is often mistaken for its namesake due to similar leaf shapes.
- Poke milkweed leaves resemble those of pokeweed, but the former contains toxic milky sap, making it a less palatable choice for herbivores.
- In the eastern United States, poke milkweed has become an essential component of butterfly gardens, providing sustenance for monarch caterpillars.
- Poke milkweed's unique foliage, with leaves that closely resemble pokeweed, has contributed to its widespread recognition among eastern United States botanists.