Actaea racemosa

Actaea racemosa black cohosh

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA

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.

Occurs in rich woods.

Present throughout the state.

Wetland code: Not classified

Flowers in July.

S-rank:  No rank
G-rank:  G3 (Vulnerable)

Actaea racemosa black cohosh

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA
Actaea racemosa gallery
Common Names
black cohosh black snakeroot black dogbane