Snakeroot (Actaea racemosa) identification photo
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Perennials · MCH exam plant

Snakeroot

Actaea racemosa

Native to New England Perennial
Key ID features

Tall white bottlebrush flowers, shade native

Botanical nameActaea racemosa
FamilyRanunculaceae
GenusActaea
CategoryPerennials
USDA hardiness zones3a–8a
SunPart Shade
WaterModerate
Native to New EnglandYes
Salt tolerantNo
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