American Ipecac - Porteranthus stipulatus Size:Quart seeds eaten by songbirds

seeds eaten by songbirds

The foliage contains a phototoxic chemical that is known to cause rashes and irritate the gastrointestinal tract when consumed

the leaves of this blueberry turn vibrant shades of yellow/orange/red/purple and after leaves drop

creating a sweet feast for the eyes

American Ipecac - Porteranthus stipulatus Size:Quart seeds eaten by songbirdsA close relative of the more commonly available Bowman's Root, American Ipecac begins blooming in early spring with deep pink buds opening to delightfully airy star shaped flowers. The elegant flowers contrast beautifully against the coarse, serrated leaves and come autumn, the foliage transforms into flames of fiery orange, setting your garden ablaze with perennial fall color. Conditions: Full to part sun; moist to average soil Size: 3' tall, 2'