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   I have this growing in my backyard.. I'm hoping for blueberries?

    

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   76Downing, Sep 27, 2009

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   Silver surfer Generous Contributor 10 Years

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   Welcome 76Downing.
   Looks like Phytolacca americana. Common name American pokeweed.
   
   DO NOT TRY EATING IT! Parts are very toxic.
   
   
   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phytolacca_americana

    

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   tipularia Well-Known Member 10 Years

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   You can eat the leaves, if you know how to prepare them.

    

   tipularia, Sep 27, 2009

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   Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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   Only when they're very young and fresh in spring!

    

   Michael F, Sep 28, 2009

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