Actaea pachypoda

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White baneberryPerennial, DeciduousFamily: Ranunculaceae

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full shade, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Shade Type:

Damp

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist

The white baneberry, Actaea pachypoda, is a herbaceous perennial native to eastern North America, where it grows in woodlands. A bushy grower, it looks lovely in a shady or woodland border, with interest provided by the white spring flowers and conspicuous white summer berries.

For best results grow Actaea pachypoda in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil in partial shade or full shade. Cut it back in autumn once the foliage and berries are past their best.

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Actaea ‘Pachypoda’ and wildlife

Actaea ‘Pachypoda’ is known for attracting bees and birds. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers and has seeds for birds.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Actaea ‘Pachypoda’ poisonous?

Actaea ‘Pachypoda’ causes an upset stomach and irritates skin. Its foliage, fruit, seed capsules and seeds are toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

Is known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is known to attract People

People

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

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