
Phytolacca americana - Wikipedia
Phytolacca americana, also known as American pokeweed, pokeweed, poke sallet, pokeberry, dragonberries, pigeonberry weed, and inkberry, is a poisonous, herbaceous perennial plant in …
How to Get Rid of Pokeweed: 8 Methods - The Spruce
Jun 7, 2025 · Learn how to identify and remove invasive pokeweed (Phytolacca americana) by following these tips. Removal prevents the spread of this toxic plant.
Common Pokeweed Identification and Management - Penn State …
Sep 18, 2025 · Common pokeweed (Phytolacca decandra) is an herbaceous perennial plant that can grow up to 9 feet tall. Mature plants resemble shrubs or young trees. However, the stems …
Pokeweed | Description, Uses, & Facts | Britannica
Pokeweed, strong-smelling plant with a poisonous root resembling that of a horseradish. Pokeweed is native to wet or sandy areas of eastern North America. The berries contain a red …
How to get rid of pokeweed: invasive weed advice from experts
May 11, 2025 · Discover how to get rid of pokeweed from your yard with our expert guide, including advice on identifying and eradicating this invasive weed
Phytolacca americana (American Pokeweed, Common Pokeweed…
Pokeweed is a herbaceous perennial in the Phytolaccaceae family, native to most of North America and found growing in pastures, recently cleared areas, woodland openings and along …
Pokeweed: How to Grow, Care for, and Use This Misunderstood …
Pokeweed is a hardy perennial normally spread by birds who eat the berries, which are toxic to humans. The plant is a host to the giant leopard moth. This “weed” can grow up to 12 feet tall …
American Pokeweed - Home & Garden Information Center
Nov 14, 2024 · Discover the beauty and history of American pokeweed (Phytolacca americana), a native plant with stunning berries and deep roots in culture and medicine. Learn about its …
American Pokeberry - US Forest Service
American pokeweed is a member of the Phytolaccaceae, the Pokeweed family. Members of the family are found around the world in tropical and subtropical distribution with a few species …
Pokeweed | solvepest
Pokeweed may mature into a shrub or small tree, but it is not woody and dies back with the onset of winter. The crushed leaves have a strong, unpleasant odor. All parts of pokeweed are …