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Indian hemp and its relatives (the dogbanes) have milky sap. But note that they are not related to milkweeds, despite the milky sap and the similar leaf shape and growth habit. The flower shape is quite unlike that of milkweed flowers.

• Family: Dogbane (Apocynaceae)
• Habitat: fields, open thickets, shores
• Height: 1-4 feet
• Flower size: 1/4 inch wide
• Flower color: greenish white
• Flowering time: June to August
• Origin: native