milkweed in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Milkweed is a flowering plant belonging to the genus Asclepias, known for its attractive blooms that attract pollinators and serve as a habitat and food source for monarch butterflies.
Crossword clues for milkweed
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "milkweed".
- Plant known for attracting butterflies and pollinators.
- Flowering plant linked to monarch caterpillars.
- Common garden plant with attractive blooms.
- Host plant for the life cycle of monarchs.
- Perennial with milky sap, often found in fields.
Milkweed sentence examples
- The vibrant flowers of milkweed attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies.
- Farmers often plant milkweed to support the declining monarch butterfly population.
- In spring, the milkweed plants emerge from the ground, ready to bloom and provide sustenance for insects.
- Children enjoy blowing the silky seeds of milkweed into the wind on a warm summer day.
- The leaves of milkweed contain a milky latex that can deter some herbivores from feeding on them.