What is another word for vincetoxicum?
Pronunciation: [vˈɪnsɪtˌɒksɪkəm] (IPA) 
Vincetoxicum is a genus of perennial, herbaceous plants that are native to North America. The name comes from the Latin words "vincere" which means to conquer, and "toxicum" which means poison. There are several synonyms for the word "vincetoxicum" including Cynanchum, which is derived from the Greek word "kynanchos" meaning dog strangling. Other synonyms include Amsonia, Asclepias, and Vincetoxioides. These plants are known for their ability to climb and cling to other plants, hence their common name of climbing milkweeds. They produce small, white or yellow flowers in clusters and their seeds are dispersed by wind, making them a common weed in agricultural and disturbed areas.
