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Bransford, W.D. and Dolphia
Asclepias exaltata L.
Poke milkweed
USDA Symbol: asex
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial Habit: Herb Flower:
Fruit: Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White
Distribution
USA: CT , DE , GA , IA , IL , IN , KY , MA , MD , ME , MI , MN , NC , NH , NJ , NY , OH , PA , RI , SC , TN , VA , VT , WI , WV
Canada: ON Native Habitat: Woodland
USDA Native Status: L48(N), CAN(N) Benefit
Warning: All parts. Toxic only in large quantities. Syptoms include, vomiting, stupor, weakness, spasms. Toxic Principle: Cardiac glycosides and resinoids. (Poisonous Plants of N.C. State)
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
From the National Suppliers Directory
According to the inventory provided by Associate Suppliers, this plant is available at the following locations:
Enchanter's Garden - Hinton, WV
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is either on display or available from the following:
Natural Biodiversity - Johnstown, PA
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Metadata
Record Modified: 2012-12-07
Research By: TWC Staff
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