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Phytolacca americana , American Pokeweed

Phytolacca americana

American Pokeweed
Family: Phytolaccaceae
Origin: Eastern North America
USDA Zone: 7-9?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersPoisonous or toxicPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

White flowers are followed by purple to almost black berries, which are a good food source for songbirds.


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https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/phytolacca_americana.htm