Phytolacca americana (Pokeweed) Size:1 gal mammals Host plant Mourning Cloak

mammals Host plant Mourning Cloak

The white coloration slowly spreads over the leaves creating silvery bracts

Pine Muhly is native to west Texas

The foliage provides some fall color

Texas native Yes Water use Medium Sun exposure Part sun to bright shade Mature height 1-1

Phytolacca americana (Pokeweed) Size:1 gal mammals Host plant Mourning CloakPokeweed is a tall, large leaved perennial that grows from a thick taproot, but also re seeds readily. The small white flowers are followed by dark purple berries. The berries are eaten by many species of birds as well as mammals. Pokeweed has a very long bloom season and is an important food source. It is also a host plant for the Giant Leopard Moth. The flowers attract mostly syrphid flies and halictid bees. Pokeweed is easily grown in average,