Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
519782

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 504 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519114

Common Names

  • Racemosa Baneberry
  • Racemosa Actaea
  • Racemosa Doll's Eyes

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Synonyms

  • Macrotrys actaeoides Raf. [unknown]
  • Macrotrys racemosa Sweet [unknown]
  • Actaea gyrostachya Wender. [unknown]
  • Actaea monogyna Walter [unknown]
  • Actaea orthostachya (Wender.) Wender. [unknown]
  • Botrophis actaeoides Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Botrophis pumila Raf. [unknown]
  • Botrophis serpentaria Raf. [unknown]
  • Cimicifuga americana Muhl. [unknown]
  • Cimicifuga racemosa (L.) Nutt. [unknown]
  • Cimicifuga serpentaria Pursh [unknown]
  • Cimicifuga serpentaria orthostachya Wender. [unknown]
  • Thalictrodes racemosa (L.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Actaea racemosa (also called Black Cohosh, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and black berries. It is native to the eastern United States, and is found in moist woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Actaea racemosa is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Actaea racemosa var. dissecta (A.Gray) J.Compton

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Actaea racemosa has small white flowers, with a few yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actaea racemosa is a perennial herb that grows in clumps. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drilled soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Actaea racemosa

Actaea racemosa can be found in the forests of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Actaea racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actaea racemosa?

Actaea racemosa

What is the family of Actaea racemosa?

Ranunculaceae

Where is Actaea racemosa found?

Japan, Korea, China

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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