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Apocynaceae
Indian Hemp Flower
Apocynum cannabinum
Resourcefulness and adaptability.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Genus
- Apocynum
- Native to
- North America, United States, Canada
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Type
- perennial
- Height
- 30-120 cm
- Sunlight
- full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- various, tolerates poor soil
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 3-9
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- Native Americans used the fibrous stems to make cordage, fishing nets, and textiles for thousands of years.
- The plant produces a milky sap that is toxic to livestock but was used medicinally by indigenous peoples.
- Indian hemp is an important nectar source for butterflies and native bees.
- Despite its name, it is unrelated to Cannabis; the name comes from its similar fiber properties.
- The seed pods split open to release seeds attached to silky parachutes, similar to milkweed.
Color meanings
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utility
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strength
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self-reliance