Wildflowers
Pokeweed
Phytolacca americana
Features
Elongated clusters of small greenish-white flowers, followed by dark purple berries on red stalks.
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soils.
Mature Height
4-10 Feet
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
USDA Hardiness Zone
2 - 11
Bloom Color
Green
White
Bloom Season
July - September
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Additional Notes
Found in damp thickets and clearings. Often considered a weed. Many parts of the plant are poisonous. The fruits are eaten by various songbirds.