Porteranthus stipulatus
(Indian Physic)

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               Seedpod                                           Leaf                                            Stem                                        Seed                                          Habit

Facts About this Plant:

    Common Names: Indian Physic, American Ipecac
    Synonyms: Gillenia stipulata
    Lifespan: Perennial
    Zones: 4 - 8
    Type: Forb
    Bloom Time: May - June
    Status: Native
    Range:

Porteranthus stipulatus, or Indian Physic, is native to the central and southeastern US. It is a perennial, that grows in open woods, and woodland edges. It blooms in late spring with white flowers.

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