Phytolacca americana (American Pokeweed)

Phytolacca americana, American Pokeweed

Botanical name: Phytolacca americana

Common name: American Pokeweed

Family: Phytolaccaceae

Origin: Eastern North America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersToxic or PoisonousPlant 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.


Similar plants: Phytolacca americana (American Pokeweed)




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