Devil's Club (Oplopanax Horridus) is a perennial shrub in the Araliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Oplopanax horridus, commonly known as Devil's Club, is a spiny, deciduous shrub native to the moist forests of the Pacific Northwest and parts of Alaska and Canada.

Devil's Club

Devil's Club

Oplopanax Horridus

Oplopanax horridus, commonly known as Devil's Club, is a spiny, deciduous shrub native to the moist forests of the Pacific Northwest and parts of Alaska and Canada.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, wildlife habitat, shade tolerance

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Devil's Club

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Araliaceae
Genus:Oplopanax