Actaea racemosa
Actaea racemosa black cohosh
Synonyms:
Cimicifuga racemosa
Herbaceous perennial most notable for its long, drooping branches with tiny white flowers and a distinct pungent smell. May grow up to 2 meters, especially in shady, ph-neutral soils.
Habitat & Range
Occurs in rich woods.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland code: Not classified
Phenology
Flowers in July.
Plant Codes
S-rank: No rank
G-rank: G3 (Vulnerable)
Actaea racemosa black cohosh
Inflorescence
Forming flowers
In the woodland
Inflorescence
Sweet blooms
Black cohosh field
Infloresence
Early fruits
Fruits in the evening sun
Plant Life-Form
perennial forb
Common Names
black cohosh
black snakeroot
black dogbane
