Tall White Lettuce (Prenanthes altissima)

Other common names: Tall White Rattlesnake-root Other scientific names: Nabulus altissimus French names: Prenanthe élevée Family: Composite Family (Asteraceae) Group: Lettuces, Prenanthes Similar species:   •   White Lettuce (Prenanthes alba)   •   Tall Rattlesnake Root (Prenanthes trifoliata)   •   Glaucous White Rattlesnake Root (Prenanthes racemosa) Flowers: Summer;  White, Green/Brown;  5 parts (petals) Leaves: Alternate, Simple, Toothed Habitat: Forests Grows in Sun/Shade: Shade Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 212    Native/Non-native: Native Origin and Meaning of Names:  Scientific Name: : tall Photographs: 109 photographs available, of which 10 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS. Range Map is at the bottom of the page

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