Phytolacca americana (Pokeweed)
$ 11.98
Pokeweed is a tall, large-leaved perennial that grows from a thick taproot, but also re-seeds readily. The small white flowers are followed by dark purple berries. The berries are eaten by many species of birds as well as mammals.
Pokeweed has a very long bloom season and is an important food source. It is also a host plant for the Giant Leopard Moth. The flowers attract mostly syrphid flies and halictid bees.
Pokeweed is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in part sun to part shade.
POISONOUS PARTS: All parts, mainly the roots; shoots, leaves, and berries when fresh and in quantity. Highly toxic, may be fatal if eaten.
AT A GLANCE
| Texas native | Yes |
| Water use | Medium |
| Sun exposure | Part shade |
| Bloom color | White |
| Bloom time | Spring, summer, fall. |
| Mature height | 5-10 ft, but can grow taller. |
| Mature spread | 2-5 ft |
| Attracts | Birds, bees |
| Host plant | Giant Leopard Moth. |
| Deer resistant | Yes |
DISTRIBUTION MAPS
 Present in state |
 Present in county and native |
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state |
 Not present in state |
 Present and rare, native in county |
 Previously present, now extinct |
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color) |