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giant milkweed

Calotropis procera

Taxonomy

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

About

Calotropis procera is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae that is native to North Africa, Tropical Africa, Western Asia, South Asia, and Indochina. The green globes are hollow but the flesh contains a toxic milky sap that is extremely bitter and turns into a gluey coating resistant to soap.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of giant milkweed?
The scientific name of giant milkweed is Calotropis procera.
What is the conservation status of giant milkweed?
The giant milkweed has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does giant milkweed belong to?
giant milkweed belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does giant milkweed belong to?
giant milkweed belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does giant milkweed belong to?
giant milkweed belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does giant milkweed belong to?
giant milkweed belongs to the order Gentianales.
What family does giant milkweed belong to?
giant milkweed belongs to the family Apocynaceae.
What genus does giant milkweed belong to?
giant milkweed belongs to the genus Calotropis.