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Devil's Walking Stick

Aralia Spinosa

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Overview

Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) is a striking deciduous shrub or small tree, reaching up to 15-25 feet tall, with a 6-12 feet spread. Known for its menacing thorns, large bipinnate leaves, and airy clusters of white flowers that turn into purplish-black berries. Thrives in well-drained soils with partial to full sun. Offers dramatic texture and height, ideal as a focal point or natural screen. Hardy in Zones 4-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–11Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Known for its menacing thorns; umbrella-like clusters of small white flowers, image 55

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Araliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Aralia Spinosa
Aralia Spinosa
Aralia Spinosa
Aralia Spinosa

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