Flora Database

Plant Name:

Bride's Feathers

Scientific Name:

Aruncus dioicus

Description:

Bride's Feathers, also known as Goat's Beard, is a native perennial plant with large, creamy-white plumes of tiny flowers. The plant has attractive fern-like foliage and adds a delicate and airy texture to gardens and landscapes.

Habitat:

Moist woodlands, stream banks, shaded areas

Fauna:

Bride's Feathers provides habitat and food for various wildlife species, including butterflies and bees. It is also a host plant for certain butterfly species.

Growing Conditions:

Bride's Feathers prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade to full shade.

Uses:

Bride's Feathers is often used in shade gardens and woodland landscapes for its ornamental value.

Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):

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Poisonous:

Fun Facts:

Bride's Feathers is also known as "Goat's Beard" or "American Goat's Beard".