Question: This plant grows wildly near our vegetable garden. I would like to know if they are toxic or invasive. It's …
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This plant grows wildly near our vegetable garden. I would like to know if they are toxic or invasive. It's located at metrowest Boston area.
Answer
Dear Gardenorch, the plant you have pictured is Phtyolacca americana (American pokeweed). It is a robust, native herbaceous plant that is edible in the early part of the year (as a young green) but can be toxic if ingested in large amounts later in the season. It is not invasive, but many find the plant quite beautiful. Best wishes.
