Dogbane (unspeciated) (Apocynum  Sp.)

Apocynum SP.

Apocynum species are notorious hybridizers, therefor it can be difficult to key down to the species level. These seeds were collected on a roadside in Dakota County. They are most likely Apocynum androsaemifolium (Spreading Dogbane) but could be Apocynum cannabinum (Indian Hemp) we can’t be sure until they are more mature unless they are a hybrid of some kind. Plant them and find out! Regardless, this is a very nutritious plant for insects! The flowers smell wonderful and they have amazing yellow fall color.