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Phytolacca icosandra
Also Known As
- Poke Weed
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"-36"
- W: 4'-8'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Phytolacca icosandra plant details
Phytolacca icosandra is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer magenta and purple flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phytolacca icosandra
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: phytolaccaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phytolacca icosandra
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Phytolacca icosandra
By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Phytolacca icosandra plant
How to Grow Phytolacca icosandra
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
- magenta
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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