Aralia spinosa
Family: Araliaceae
Common names: DEVIL'S WALKING STICK, HERCULES CLUB
Native to: Eastern United States
Plant
Type: shrub
Forms: erect, rosette
Leaves deciduous
Max height: 39 feet
Max width: 16.4 feet
Flower
white/off white
Leaf
green
new growth distinct
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, bird, specific butterfly species
Bird species attracted to plant: thrush, warbler
Plant part consumed by birds: fruit
Plant features: deciduous
Exposure: part shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in summer
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zones: zone 5 to -20 f, zone 6 to -10 f, zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: -20 to +30 °F
Water: moderate, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
