Actaea rubra, June 1, 2023
June 1, 2023
In fruit, Weller Lake, 9,800’, September 2, 2023
Common & scientific name
Red baneberry, Actaea rubra
Family
Buttercup, Ranunculaceae
Location
Difficult Trail, 8,100’
Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
Let’s be honest: most of us are fascinated by deadly, poisonous things. Especially beautiful, deadly poisonous things. Enter Baneberry. It begins with a delicate sprig of white flowers, which turn to shiny red or white berries later in the summer—berries that can kill you. Stop and pay homage to this beautiful killer.
In fruit, Weller Lake, 9,800’, August 15, 2023