Apocynum cannabinum, also known as Indian Hemp, Prairie Dogbane, Dogbane, and Hemp Dogbane, is a flowering plant native to the United States and Canada.
It is a member of the Apocynaceae family and is found in all 48 contiguous states and Washington D.C. in the U.S., as well as in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Quebec, and Saskatchewan in Canada. Indian Hemp typically grows to a height of about 3 feet.
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Apocynum cannabinum Information
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Common Names | Indian Hemp, Prairie Dogbane, Dogbane, Hemp Dogbane |
| Native to USA | All 48 contiguous states and DC |
| Native to Canada | AB, BC, MB, NB, NF, NS, NT, ON, QC, SK |
| Size | About 3 feet |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Apocynum cannabinum, also known as hemp dogbane, is not considered edible, it is toxic to humans and animals if ingested.
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