— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Phytolacca americana (Phytolacca americana). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Phytolacca americana, commonly known as the American pokeweed or pokeberry, is a perennial forb/herb native to eastern North America, thriving across states from Maine to Texas and into Canada. Phytolacca americana (Latin: Phytolacca americana) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Phytolacca americana is most often used to support digestion. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Phytolacca americana is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Phytolacca americana is a member native to ALA, ARI, ARK, CAL, CNT, and DEL. Phytolacca americana thrives in moist conditions and prefers light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) soils.
Phytolacca americana grows best in USDA zone 4-8, 6/10 light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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