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The Asclepiadaceae is a former plant family, now included in the dogbane family Apocynaceae, according to the AGP II. The name Asclepiadaceae however still retains the epithet 'nom. cons.' ( = name to be retained). Asclepiadaceae is nested within the Apocynaceae sensu lato, and is thus referred to as Asclepiadoideae (Endress and Bruyns).
They form a group of perennial herbs, twining shrubs, lianas, or rarely trees but notably also contain a significant number of leafless stem succulents, all belonging to the order Gentianales. The name comes from the type genus Asclepias.
There are 348 genera, with about 2900 species. They are mainly located in the tropics to subtropics, especially in South America.
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The Asclepiad Page - Thorough introduction to this diverse plant family which includes milkweeds, the hoya, and numerous succulents. Includes cultivation notes and worldwide links.
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The Asclepiadaceae - Description of the plant family, with descriptions and images of some of its members.
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