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sweet after death
Scientific Name: Achlys triphylla
Family: Berberidaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Vanilla Leaf (Achlys triphylla)
Vanilla Leaf, scientifically known as Achlys triphylla, is a perennial herb admired for the vanilla scent released when its leaves are crushed. It's often found along trails in dappled sunlight, adding a touch of beauty to the forest floor.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- While the text indicates that no known hazards are associated with this plant, it's crucial to remember that any plant material could pose a choking hazard, especially for young children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Achlys triphylla (Sm.) DC.
- Common Names: Vanilla Leaf, Sweet After Death, Deer Foot, Deer's-foot, Vanillaleaf
- Family: Berberidaceae (Barberry family)
- Genus: Achlys
- Species: triphylla
- Synonyms: Achlys californica, Achlys triphylla ssp. triphylla, Leontice triphylla
Distribution and Habitat
- Vanilla Leaf is typically found in coniferous forests.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a perennial herb, growing to approximately 0.4 meters (1ft 4in) in height.
- It flowers from April to July.
- The flowers are hermaphrodite, containing both male and female reproductive organs.
Quirky Facts
- One of its common names, "Sweet After Death," refers to the vanilla scent released by its crushed leaves.
- The plant was illustrated by Margaret Neilson Armstrong in 1913.
Further Resources
- Discover Life offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Achlys triphylla.