Phytolacca americana var. americana

Phytolacca americana var. americana var. americana

Also known as Phytolacca decandra, Phytolacca vulgaris, Phytolacca americana var. huadongensis, Phytolacca americana var. lancifolia

Flowering Plants · Native Plants · Pokeweed · Native Perennial · Wildlife Plant · Bird Berries · Toxic Plant · Fast Growing · Naturalistic Garden · Medicinal Herb · Phytolacca · Invasive Potential

Common Pokeweed is a vigorous, large-statured native perennial widely recognized for its dramatic magenta stems and dark purple berries beloved by songbirds. It establishes easily in a range of soils and light conditions, spreading readily by seed, so give it plenty of space in a naturalistic or wildlife garden. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested by humans or pets, so handle with care and site accordingly.