Actaea podocarpa

Black Cohosh

An aristocratic plant with tall spires of fragrant, tiny white flowers in early summer over mounds of finely-cut, fanlike green leaves. The flowers actually lack petals; the numerous stamens create the appearance of a white flower spike. Grows well in shade to part sun. Black Cohosh was an important medicinal herb to Native Americans and is being explored today as a possible ingredient in cancer treatment.

Additional Information:

Height 2-3 Feet

Spread 2-3 Feet

Bloom/Seasonal Color White

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

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