Aralia californica - Elk's Clover (Plant) Food and other wonderful things that

and other wonderful things that make California so unique

sandy washes and roadsides

Tolerates clay soils

northern Sierra Nevada

Acorns persist on plant after maturity

Aralia californica - Elk's Clover (Plant) Food and other wonderful things thatThis ginseng relative thrives in moist shade. Large foliage provides an interesting textural contrast. White flowers are followed by large dark purple berries. Plant Characteristics Family Name Araliaceae Species Name Aralia californica Common Name Elk's Clover Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast Shade, Inland Shade, Water Requirement High Soil Type Loam, medium draining Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months June, July, August Evergreen