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What is this? #880786

Asked August 08, 2024, 10:32 PM EDT

I don't know what this, but the identifier of my phone says it's Poke Weed or Tobacco. What do you think?

Montgomery County Maryland

Expert Response

This is pokeweed (Phytolacca americana).

Christa

Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied August 09, 2024, 9:12 AM EDT

Thanks!

On Aug 9, 2024, at 9:12 AM, Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:

The Question Asker Replied August 09, 2024, 9:17 AM EDT

You're welcome.

Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied August 09, 2024, 9:18 AM EDT

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