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Photo Guide : Calotropis procera (Calotrope)


Flower
(20 K)

Seed Pod
(9 K)
This African milkweed species is widely distributed throughout the Caribbean and is known to be used by Monarchs. Calotrope is commonly harvested for its medicinal properties.
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