Apocynum androsaemifolium L.

Locations ofApocynum androsaemifolium L. in Virginia

Show image with county labels

Detail

Family
Apocynaceae
Botanical Name
Apocynum androsaemifolium L.
Common Name
Spreading Dogbane
Synonym(s)
Apocynum androsaemifolium L. var. incanum A. DC.
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Apocynum androsaemifolium L.
Comments
The putative hybrid A. x floribundum Greene, sometimes recognized as a species (A. medium Greene.), occurs occassionally in the mtn counties.
Habitat
Mesic to dry forests, woodlands, and clearings, perhaps most common on base-rich substrates. Frequent in the mountains; rare in the inner and n. Piedmont.
Native Status
Native

To save this map, right-click (control-click for Mac users) on the map and choose "Save Image As...".