Perennials, Herbaceous
Actaea (Cimicifuga) racemosa

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Snakeroot or Cohosh

Slender white flower spikes on branched stalks, July–September. Compound, ternate, sharply toothed leaves. Prefers moist, acidic soil. Adaptable to the seashore. A native usually found in moist woodland or scrub. Spacing: 2–3 ft.

Height
4-8 Feet
Hardiness Zone
4
Bloom Color
White
Appropriate Setting
Moist Conditions
Woodland Garden
Border or Bed
Attributes
Native to New England
Native to Eastern US
Species
Flowering Season
Late Summer
Special Feature
Flowering
Sun Exposure
Part Shade
Shade
Actaea (Cimicifuga) racemosa (Snakeroot or Cohosh)
Courtesy Missouri Botanical Garden PlantFinder www.mobot.org

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