Phytolacca americana

American Pokeweed

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Robust hardy perennial featuring vibrant red stems and clusters of dark purple berries. Native to North America, all parts are poisonous if consumed raw.
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Plant Details

Common Name American Pokeweed
Family Phytolaccaceae
Genus Phytolacca
Species Americana
Origin North America
Blooming Summer to early autumn, white flowers turning into berries.
Leaf Color Green (stems red/purple)
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist but well-drained soil, tolerates clay and loam.

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Watering

Regular watering during growth; reduce significantly after frost when dormant. Drought tolerant once established.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best coloration, tolerates partial shade.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.

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Pruning

Cut back to ground level after first frost or in late winter. Remove berries to prevent invasive self-seeding.

Pest Control Aphid Japanese Beetle Leaf Miner Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
35% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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