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black swallow-wort

Vincetoxicum nigrum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Gentianales ›Family: Apocynaceae ›Genus: Vincetoxicum

About

Cynanchum louiseae, a species in the milkweed family, is also known as black swallow-wort, Louise's swallow-wort, or black dog-strangling vine. Cynanchum louiseae is a species of plant that is native to Europe and is found primarily in Italy, France, Portugal, and Spain. It is an invasive plant species in the northeastern United States, parts of the Midwest, southeastern Canada, and California.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of black swallow-wort?
The scientific name of black swallow-wort is Vincetoxicum nigrum.
What kingdom does black swallow-wort belong to?
black swallow-wort belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does black swallow-wort belong to?
black swallow-wort belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does black swallow-wort belong to?
black swallow-wort belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does black swallow-wort belong to?
black swallow-wort belongs to the order Gentianales.
What family does black swallow-wort belong to?
black swallow-wort belongs to the family Apocynaceae.
What genus does black swallow-wort belong to?
black swallow-wort belongs to the genus Vincetoxicum.