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Plant Name:
Swamp Milkweed
Scientific Name:
Asclepias incarnata
Description:
Swamp Milkweed is a perennial wildflower with clusters of pink flowers.
Habitat:
Wetlands, marshes, riparian areas
Fauna:
Provides food and habitat for monarch butterflies and other pollinators
Growing Conditions:
Thrives in moist to wet soils; tolerates flooding
Uses:
Used in butterfly gardens and native plant landscapes; milkweed fibers can be used for crafting or as natural insulation
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
No
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Swamp Milkweed is a host plant for monarch butterfly larvae
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Photo Credit
Teune at the English-language Wikipedia
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