Safety note: Toxic if ingested.
Spreading Dogbane is a perennial plant with clusters of pink, bell-shaped flowers and milky sap. It is known for its toxic properties but is also an important nectar source for bees and butterflies.
Habitat
Grows in open woods, fields, and along roadsides.
Diet
Pollinated by bees and butterflies, which are drawn to its flowers.
How common
Common
Best time to see a Spreading Dogbane
The best time to see a Spreading Dogbane is June–July, when about 77% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 20,088 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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