Milkweed is a gourmet meal for the caterpillar and is reportedly edible by humans too.
I won’t be adding it to my menu anytime soon, but I may plant some in the garden for the monarchs.
More interesting info about milkweed
Not your average weed
"I am at home among trees." ~ J.R.R. Tolkien
SEEN ALONG THE TRAIL 
Thank you, petalpusher. I truly appreciate your comment.
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What a great macro showing all the fine little hairs of the seeds.
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