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Genus: Aralia Species: racemosa Common Name: Spikenard Family: Apiaceae + Araliaceae Order: Apiales Native: Eastern North America Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 3 to 6 feet Width: 3 to 6 feet Flowering Season: Summer Flower Color: White Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 3-8 Note: This low-maintenance ornamental plant is suitable for woodland gardens. Its rhizomes and roots are used medicinally. The spicy and aromatic roots of Spikenard are used to flavor root beer and teas. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.