Actaea vaginata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vaginata
ID:
519810
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maxim.) J.Compton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Taxon 47: 613 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519142
Common Names
- Vaginate Baneberry
- Vaginate Actaea
- Vaginate Doll's Eyes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Coptis ospriocarpa Bruehl [unknown]
- Isopyrum vaginatum Maxim. [unknown]
- Souliea vaginata Franch. [unknown]
Description
Actaea vaginata (also called Sheathed Baneberry, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and black berries. It is native to the eastern United States, and is found in moist woods and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Actaea vaginata is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actaea vaginata has small white flowers, with a few yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actaea vaginata is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and stream banks. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil in the spring. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided and replanted in the same area.
Where to Find Actaea vaginata
Actaea vaginata can be found in the forests of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Actaea vaginata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actaea vaginata?
Actaea vaginata
What is the common name of Actaea vaginata?
Vagina-Leaved Baneberry
What is the natural habitat of Actaea vaginata?
Moist woods, thickets, and stream banks
Species in the Actaea genus
Actaea austrokoreana, Actaea arizonica, Actaea asiatica, Actaea bifida, Actaea biternata, Actaea brachycarpa, Actaea cimicifuga, Actaea cordifolia, Actaea dahurica, Actaea elata, Actaea europaea, Actaea frigida, Actaea heracleifolia, Actaea japonica, Actaea kashmiriana, Actaea laciniata, Actaea ludovicii, Actaea matsumurae, Actaea pachypoda, Actaea podocarpa, Actaea purpurea, Actaea racemosa, Actaea rubra, Actaea simplex, Actaea spicata, Actaea taiwanensis, Actaea vaginata, Actaea yunnanensis, Actaea rubifolia, Actaea nanchuanensis, Actaea lancifoliolata,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
Aconitum soyaense, Aconitum abietetorum, Aconitum acutiusculum, Aconitum ajanense, Aconitum alboflavidum, Aconitum alboviolaceum, Aconitum alpino-nepalense, Aconitum ambiguum, Aconitum amplexicaule, Aconitum angulatum, Aconitum angusticassidatum, Aconitum angustifolium, Aconitum anthora, Aconitum apetalum, Aconitum aquilonare, Aconitum artemisiifolium, Aconitum assamicum, Aconitum atlanticum, Aconitum austriacum, Aconitum austrokoreense, Aconitum axilliflorum, Aconitum azumiense, Aconitum baburinii, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum bailangense, Aconitum barbatum, Aconitum baumgartenianum, Aconitum berdaui, Aconitum bhedingense, Aconitum bicolor, Aconitum biflorum, Aconitum brachypodum, Aconitum bracteolatum, Aconitum brevicalcaratum, Aconitum brevilimbum, Aconitum brevipetalum, Aconitum brunneum, Aconitum bucovinense, Aconitum bujbense, Aconitum bulbilliferum, Aconitum bulleyanum, Aconitum burnatii, Aconitum calthifolium, Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum campylorrhynchum, Aconitum cannabifolium, Aconitum carmichaelii, Aconitum changianum, Aconitum charkeviczii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2620592: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
James A. Compton (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Compton' in the authors string.