Phytolacca esculenta - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
esculenta
ID:
482762
Status:
valid
Authors:
Van Houtte
Source:
cmp
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Fl. Serres Jard. Eur. 4: t. 398b (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482094
Common Names
- Phytolacca esculenta
- Esculenta Phytolacca
- Garden Pokeweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phytolacca esculenta (also called Chinese Pokeweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phytolaccaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial, typically reaching heights of 0.5–2 m tall. It grows in temperate climates in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It is found in open woodlands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Phytolacca esculenta is used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal and food purposes. It is also used to make paper, furniture, and musical instruments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phytolacca esculenta is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phytolacca esculenta is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring in a warm, bright location. Seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Phytolacca esculenta
Phytolacca esculenta is native to South America. It can be found in moist, open woods, meadows, and along streams and roadsides.
Phytolacca esculenta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phytolacca esculenta?
Phytolacca esculenta
What is the common name of Phytolacca esculenta?
Indian Pokeweed
What is the natural habitat of Phytolacca esculenta?
Tropical Asia
Species in the Phytolacca genus
Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
Species in the Phytolaccaceae family
Anisomeria chilensis, Anisomeria coriacea, Anisomeria densiflora, Anisomeria fruticosa, Ercilla spicata, Ercilla syncarpellata, Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2562829: Based on the initial data import
Louis van Houtte (1810-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Houtte' in the authors string.