Cacalia atriplicifolium (Compositae)

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Cacalia atriplicifolium
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The Cacalia atriplicifolium plant species is found in Eastern N. America - New York to Minnesota, south to Florida and Oklahoma. It is a member of the Compositae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Arnoglossum atriplicifolium (L.)H.E.Robins.

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Latin Name:  Cacalia atriplicifolium
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.8   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry open woods, thickets and openings[43].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Prefers a moist peaty or leafy lime-free soil in shade or semi-shade[200]. Plants tend to be somewhat invasive, they are best suited to naturalizing in the wild or woodland garden[200].

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