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Actaea racemosa

Black Cohosh

Actaea racemosa, the black cohosh, black bugbane, black snakeroot, rattle-top, or fairy candle is a species of flowering plant of the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to eastern North America from the extreme south of Ontario to central Georgia, and west to Missouri and Arkansas. It grows in a variety of woodland habitats, and is often found in small woodland openings. The roots and rhizomes are used in traditional medicine by Native Americans. Its extracts are manufactured as herbal medicines or dietary supplements.

Native

Hardy to zone:

4

Height:

1.5m

Sizes available:

Plugs

1 Gallon Pots

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