Actaea rubifolia
Appalachian bugbane
Actaea rubifolia extends its terminal spikes of frothy white flowers in September. Though this plant prefers alkaline soils, relatively rare in New England, it tolerates our native acidic soils quite nicely and provides pollinators with late-season nectar.
Height: 4-6 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
Bloom Color: White
Characteristics & Attributes
Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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Ornamental Interest
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Attracts Wildlife
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Tolerance
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North American Distribution
Uli Lorimer (c) Uli Lorimer
Photo by Dan Jaffe (c) Native Plant Trust