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American Bladdernut

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Staphylea trifolia

A large understory shrub or small tree with drooping clusters of bell-shaped flowers followed by bladder-like, papery seed capsules

Credit: Hilary Cox

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Credit: Wendy Ford

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Credit: Wendy Ford

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Credit: Hilary Cox

Light

Part Shade
Shade

Moisture

Wet/Medium
Medium

Bloom Color

White

Height

Up to 13 ft

Bloom Season

Spring
Sun: Part Shade, Shade
Bloom Season: Spring
Bloom Color: White
Wildlife:

Notes

Forms thickets that benefit a variety of wildlife.

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USDA PLANTS Database
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Credit: Wendy Ford

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Credit: Wendy Ford

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Credit: Hilary Cox