Asclepias speciosa facts for kids
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The Asclepias speciosa plant is often called the showy milkweed. You might also hear it called Greek milkweed. It is a type of milkweed plant. This plant belongs to a group called the subfamily Asclepiadoideae.
Showy milkweed is originally from western North America. It grows naturally in this area. You can see its flowers from May to July. This plant likes to grow in open spaces. It is often found in savannas, prairies, meadows, and fields.
Images for kids
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Asclepias speciosa, West Eugene wetlands, Oregon
See also
In Spanish: Asclepias speciosa para niños
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