Orange Milkweed Asclepias tuberosa is a Utah native milkweed. It has thin leaves, and a lower amount of toxins than other milkweeds, which makes it less of a favorite among monarch butterflies, however, it can still serve as a suitable host plant.

a.ovary with immature seeds

b. mature seed

c.top of flower

d. side of flower

e.seed pods

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