species 596 observations

Mountain Witch-alder

Fothergilla major

Field notes

Supports All

7 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Banded Tussock Moth 1
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Greater Bee Fly, Juniper Hairstreak, White-striped Black, Bluish Spring Moth 6

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun Part shade
Moisture: Moist
Soil pH: Acid
Drought tolerant: No
Plant type: Perennial Shrub

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.