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but·ter·f·ly weed

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  1. butterfly weed, orange milkweed, chigger flower, chiggerflower, pleurisy root, tuber root, Indian paintbrush, Asclepias tuberosanoun

    erect perennial of eastern and southern United States having showy orange flowers

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  1. butterfly weed

    Butterfly weed is a type of flowering plant known scientifically as Asclepias tuberosa. It is a perennial species native to eastern and southwestern North America. It gets its name because it attracts several species of butterflies and bees, thanks to its bright orange or yellow flowers. This plant, a member of the milkweed family, is also known for its ability to thrive in dry, sandy, or rocky soils and is often found in open fields, prairies, and meadows. It can grow up to three feet tall and is often used in gardening due to its vibrant colors and ability to attract a variety of pollinators. Despite being called a weed, this plant is not invasive.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of butterfly weed in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of butterfly weed in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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