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leafless swallow-wort

Scientific Name: Cynanchum scoparium

Family: Asclepiadaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Vine, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Leafless Swallow-wort

The Leafless Swallow-wort, scientifically known as Cynanchum scoparium, also has the synonym Orthosia scoparia. It is also sometimes referred to simply as "swallow-wort".

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions the presence of milky sap in the Leafless Swallow-wort.

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions the presence of milky sap in the Leafless Swallow-wort.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cynanchum scoparium Nutt.
  • Common Name: Leafless Swallow-wort
  • Synonyms:
    • Orthosia scoparia (Nutt.) Liede & Meve (Accepted Name)
    • Amphistelma scoparia (Nutt.)
    • Metastelma scoparium (Nutt.) Vail
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Family: Apocynaceae (Dogbane Family), formerly Asclepiadaceae

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Leafless Swallow-wort can be found in Florida (Orlando Wetlands Park, Orange County), and Georgia.
  • It thrives in a wide range of settings and is shade tolerant.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is described as a shrub and a vine, sometimes becoming leafless towards the base.

Ecological Role

  • Some species of Swallow-wort vines can shade and suppress native plants.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The Gulf Coast Swallow-wort (Seutera angustifolia) can be a food source for certain butterflies.

Further Information

  • Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cynanchum scoparium.
  • Garden Guides offers plant information, identification, uses, and gardening tips for Scoparium.
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) is a resource for taxonomic information.
  • IRMNG (Interim Register of Marine and Nonmarine Genera) recognizes Cynanchum scoparium as a species.