WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

asclepias subverticillata

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun asclepias subverticillata has 1 sense
  1. poison milkweed, horsetail milkweed, Asclepias subverticillata - milkweed of southwestern United States and Mexico; poisonous to livestock
    --1 is a kind of milkweed, silkweed

Definitions from the Web

Asclepias Subverticillata

Description:

Asclepias subverticillata, commonly known as Horsetail Milkweed, is a species of perennial herb found in North America. It belongs to the milkweed family (Asclepiadaceae) and is characterized by its distinctive whorled leaves and clusters of small, pale green flowers. This native plant species is known for its importance in attracting butterflies and other pollinators.

Sense 1: Noun

As a noun, Asclepias subverticillata refers to the plant species itself.

Example sentence: The monarch butterflies were attracted to the Asclepias subverticillata in the garden.

Sense 2: Adjective

When used as an adjective, Asclepias subverticillata describes anything related to or associated with the plant species.

Example sentence: The Asclepias subverticillata seeds were collected for propagation in the nursery.

Sense 3: Verb

As a verb, Asclepias subverticillata refers to the act of planting or cultivating the species.

Example sentence: The gardeners decided to asclepias subverticillata as part of their efforts to support butterfly conservation.

Related Products:

Asclepias Subverticillata Seeds

Horsetail Milkweed Plants

asclepias asclepias albicans asclepias curassavica asclepias exaltata asclepias incarnata asclepias meadii asclepias purpurascens asclepias speciosa asclepias subverticillata asclepias tuberosa asclepias verticillata ascocarp ascocarpous ascolichen ascoma ascomycete ascomycetes

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus