Tuesday, June 18, 2024

June 18, 2024

This is Asclepias longifolia
It grows well in prairies and bogs
Its common name is Longleaf Milkweed
It's scientific name comes from a Greek god. 

Location: Apalachicola National Forest

Sources: https://www.flawildflowers.org/flower-friday-asclepias-longifolia/

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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