Dogbane
Apocynum cannabinum
Apocynum cannabinum (dogbane, amy root, hemp dogbane, prairie dogbane, Indian hemp, hemp dogsbane, rheumatism root, dogsbane, or wild cotton) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows throughout much of North America—in the southern half of Canada and throughout the United States. It is poisonous to humans, dogs, cats, and horses. All parts of the plant contain toxic cardiac glycosides that can cause potentially fatal cardiac arrhythmias if ingested.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Apocynum cannabinum |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Height | 2-4 ft |
| Bloom time | Jun-Jul |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Moisture | Dry to mesic |
| Soil | Any |
| Wildlife value | Nectar for many insects; historically a cordage fiber. Toxic to livestock |
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- U. S. Department of Agriculture (Public domain)
- Thayne Tuason (CC BY 4.0)