Cascara | Frangula purshiana - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Cascara | Frangula purshiana

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

Description

Silver gray bark that has medicinal uses, but is toxic in excess. Black berries attractive to birds. Also known as Chitum.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Upland Prairie and Savanna, Riparian Forests, Bottomland Forests
Habitat Notes	Bottomland Forest; Riparian Forest; Oak woodland; Upland Prairie and Oak Savanna
Phenology	Flowering April-May, berries August-September
Mature Height	30’
Shade Preference	Full sun to partial shade
Soil Tolerance	Moist, well-drained soils
Special Uses	Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Attracts birds

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Upland Prairie and Savanna

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Bottomland Forests

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