Actaea biternata
Also Known As
- Cimicifuga japonica
- Japanese Bugbane
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-30"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Actaea biternata plant details
Actaea biternata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Actaea biternata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: ranunculaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall
- Uses: bottlebrush flowers, clumping
GROWING CONDITIONS for Actaea biternata
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Actaea biternata plant
How to Grow Actaea biternata
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-7'
Width: 3'-4'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Actaea simplex 'Black Negligee', Cimicifuga simplex 'Black Negligee', Black Negligee Bugbane, Black Negligee Snakeroot
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-5'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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