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Search Term(s): Phytolacca americana   (1 record found)

PHYTOLACCACEAE
Pokeweed Family
Phytolacca americana  (American pokeweed)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Phytolacca: plant with red milk or sap; americana: of the Americas
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
July-August
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Open woodlands and old fields
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
1
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
A variety of birds and small mammals feed on its nutrious berries.
Medicinal Properties
Parts used: Root, Berries. Small dose as tincture used internally for enlarged lymph nodes, to stimulate the liver, lymph and bowel, and for eczema. Kills scabies mites when applied topically. Overdose can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache and gastritis.
ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
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