What is another word for Asclepias Albicans?
Pronunciation: [ɐsklˈiːpi͡əz ˈalbɪkənz] (IPA) 
Asclepias albicans, commonly known as white milkweed, is native to the southwestern United States and has a lovely delicate appearance with its white flowers and slender stems. It is also called the sandhill milkweed, white-stemmed milkweed, and white rush. The Asclepias genus is named after Asclepius, the Greek God of Medicine, who used plants for healing purposes. This species of milkweed is an important host plant for the monarch butterfly, whose population has been declining due to habitat loss and pesticide use. It is a perennial plant that requires little water and can grow up to 3 feet tall. Its striking appearance and ecological importance make it a must-have companion plant in any garden.
