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American Bittersweet

American Bittersweet

Celastrus scandens

American Bittersweet is a deciduous, woody, perennial vine with striking orange to yellow berries that persist into winter. Indigenous to North America, this vine has become so rare it is now considered a protected species.

Excellent for naturalization projects, American Bittersweet attracts birds and other wildlife. Please keep in mind that the plant is toxic to humans and should not be ingested. To ensure the attractive berries are produced, cross-pollination between a male and female plant must occur.

American Bittersweet Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: medium
Toxicity: All parts of plant are toxic to humans
Flowers: small white clusters
Berries: red-orange, toxic to mammals
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Native to: SK, MB, ON, QC, NB

American Bittersweet Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: medium
Toxicity: All parts of plant are toxic to humans
Flowers: small white clusters
Berries: red-orange, toxic to mammals
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Native to: SK, MB, ON, QC, NB

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