Family: Asclepiadaceae Milkweed Family
Genus: Asclepias Milkweed
Over 140 species of perennial herbs. Named for the milky juice found in the plant.
Scientific Name: Asclepias incarnata L.
Common Name(s): swamp milkweed
Growth Type: perennial
Species Description:
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 | Caption: Swamp milkweed's pinkish-purple flower clusters and long, opposite leaves.
ID: Hrb-ASCIN-001
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
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Keyword(s): flowering, inflorescense, leaf
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