Actaea rubra

red baneberry

Red baneberry is one of the early-blooming species of Actaea, with a fluffy white flower followed by vibrant red berries eaten by birds and small mammals. This is one of the very first woodland plants to produce showy fruits during the summer months.

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Height: 24-24 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Hardiness Zone: 2-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
• Average
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Fruit
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Landscape Use
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red Fruit
Growth Habit
• Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


 Dan Jaffe (c) Native Plant Trust
Dan Jaffe (c) Native Plant Trust
red baneberry - Actaea rubra from Native Plant Trust
Photo by John Lynch (c) Native Plant Trust
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