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American Bladdernut

Plant Information

Taxonomic Name: Staphylea triflolia
Common Name: American Bladdernut
Type: Tree
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Bloom Time: April to May
Height: 120-150 inches
Light Requirements: Filtered shade, Closed shade
Soil Conditions: Tolerates periodic drought, Average well-drained soil, Tolerates periodic moisture
Flower Color: Green
Special Characteristics:
  • Native Americans used seed capsules as rattles