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Family: Asclepiadaceae   Milkweed Family

Genus: Cynanchum   Swallowwort
Genus of about 300 species found worldwide in the tropics and subtropics with several species also grow in temperate regions. From the Greek kynos (dog) and anchien (to choke), referring to the toxicity of these species.

Scientific Name: Cynanchum laeve (MICHX.) PERS.
Common Name(s): Honeyvine Milkweed
Growth Type: perennial
Species Description:


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Caption: Honeyvine milkweed's opposite, heart-shaped leaves and smooth, green seed pod.

ID: Hrb-AMPAL-001
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): fruit, leaf, mature