New England Wild Flower Society

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Pachysandra procumbens

Allegheny spurge

This American native species of pachysandra puts out fuzzy-looking cinnamon-scented flowers in early spring, just as the leaves are beginning to emerge. It works well as a woodland groundcover, a native alternative to imported Pachysandra species.

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Height: 6-12 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Hardiness Zone: 5-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Wet
Ecoregion
• Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Fragrant
Landscape Use
• Massing
• Groundcover
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Allegheny spurge - Pachysandra procumbens from Native Plant Trust
photo by Dan Jaffe