Safety note: All parts are toxic if ingested.
Pokeweed is a robust plant with striking purple stems and dark berries. Despite its toxicity, it has been used in traditional medicine and as a food source when properly prepared. Its large, bold leaves and berries make it a standout in the landscape.
Habitat
It thrives in disturbed areas, fields, and forest edges.
Diet
Birds eat the berries and help disperse the seeds.
How common
Common
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