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Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush

Gomphocarpus fruticosus

Taxonomy

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

About

Gomphocarpus fruticosus (syn. Asclepias fruticosa) is a species of milkweed native to South Africa. It is also common in New Zealand where it is the main host of the monarch butterfly. The plant's tissues contain sufficient cardenolides that consumption of significant quantities of the plant's leaves, stems, or fruit may lead to death in livestock and humans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush?
The scientific name of Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush is Gomphocarpus fruticosus.
What is the conservation status of Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush?
The Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belong to?
Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belong to?
Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belong to?
Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belong to?
Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belongs to the order Gentianales.
What family does Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belong to?
Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belongs to the family Apocynaceae.
What genus does Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belong to?
Narrow-leaf Cotton Bush belongs to the genus Gomphocarpus.