Asclepias perennis

Scientific Name:Asclepias perennis
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Family:Asclepiadaceae
Common Name:White Swamp Milkweed
Authority: Linnaeus
Etymology:The genus name “Asclepias” refers to the Greek god of medicine Asklepios, while “perennis” refers to this being a perennial plant.  
C Value:10
Wetness:OBL
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Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:White
Growth Habit:Forb
Leaf Arrangement:Opposite
Leaf Type:Simple
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):Not Listed
Status (Federal):Not Listed
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