What is another word for common dogbane?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒmən dˈɒɡbe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
Common dogbane, also known as Indian hemp or bear grass, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. Its scientific name is Apocynum cannabinum. This plant is native to North America and is often found growing in open meadows, fields, and along roadsides.
There are a few different synonyms for common dogbane, including amyroot, black dogbane, hemp dogbane, milkweed dogbane, and rheumatism root. While these names may vary, they all refer to the same plant and are used interchangeably.
Common dogbane has been used for medicinal purposes by Indigenous cultures, including as a treatment for rheumatism and as a potent emetic. Today, it is still used in some herbal remedies and is also sometimes cultivated as an ornamental plant for its white or pink flowers and attractive foliage.
