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butterfly weed

but·ter·fly weed


noun 
Definition:
 
N American weed with orange flowers: a wild plant whose roots have medicinal properties. Flowers: bright orange, in clusters. Native to: North America.  Latin name Asclepias tuberosa.

[Because it attracts butterflies]
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