Aralia spinosa


Scientific Name:Aralia spinosa
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Family:Araliaceae
Common Name:Devil's Walking Stick, Hercules Club
Authority: Linneaus
Etymology:Aralia = Latinized name for a simliar species, spinosa = with spines
C Value:6
Wetness:FACW-
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Genus in Illinois:
6
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:White
Growth Habit:Woody
Leaf Arrangement:Alternate
Leaf Type:Compound
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Leaf Margin:Toothed
Leaf Toothing:Toothed
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):Not Listed
Status (Federal):Not Listed
ID Tips:look for spines and doubly, pinnately compound leaves
Gee Whiz:Stems have prickles and not thorns.
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search