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Sand Vine
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Cynanchum
Species:
C. laeve
Binomial name
Cynanchum laeve

The Sand Vine (Cynanchum laeve) is a type of plant. It has many other names like Honeyvine, Honeyvine Milkweed, Bluevine Milkweed, Climbing Milkweed, and Smooth Swallow-wort. This plant is part of a group called Asclepiadoideae. It originally comes from North America.

About the Sand Vine

The Sand Vine is a climbing plant. It can grow very long, sometimes more than 6 feet! It uses its long stems to climb over other plants or structures.

Where it Grows

You can find the Sand Vine in many different places. It likes to grow at the edges of woodlands. It also grows near streams, in gardens, and in open fields. This plant is quite adaptable!

When it Blooms

The Sand Vine produces its flowers during the summer months. It usually blooms from June all the way through August. Its flowers are small and can attract insects.

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