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Search Term(s): Asclepias exaltata (1 record found)
Search Term(s): Asclepias exaltata (1 record found)
APOCYNACEAE
Dogbane Family
Dogbane Family
Asclepias exaltata (poke milkweed)
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Asclepias: named for Asklepios, the god of healing in Greek mythology; exaltata: very tall
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
July
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☐ Coastal Plain
County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☐ Kent
☐ Sussex
Habitat
Rich woodlands and slopes and forest margins
State Status
Rare
Piedmont Status
Rare
Coastal Plain Status
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Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
Northern
Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern
North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
8
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
The flowers are a nectar source for multiple species of moths and butterflies.
Wetland Indicator Status
FACU
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Tuliptree Rich Wood (Piedmont)Photos
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