What is another word for Asclepias Exaltata?
Pronunciation: [ɐsklˈiːpi͡əz ɛɡzɐltˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Asclepias exaltata, also known as the poke milkweed or tall milkweed, is a species of perennial herb native to North America. This plant is characterized by its slender green stems, narrow leaves, and showy pink or purple flowers that bloom in the summer. There are several synonyms for Asclepias exaltata, including Poke Milkweed, Tall Milkweed, White Milkweed, and Great Milkweed. Other common names for the plant include the woodland milkweed, vertical-leaf milkweed, and lofty milkweed. These synonyms are used to describe the plant's unique features and help identify it among other milkweed species. Asclepias exaltata is a preferred host plant for monarch butterfly larvae, making it a critical component in the monarch butterfly's life cycle.
