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Devil's Club

Oplopanax horridus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Apiales ›Family: Araliaceae ›Genus: Oplopanax

About

Devil's club or devil's walking stick (Oplopanax horridus, Araliaceae; syn. Echinopanax horridus, Fatsia horrida) is a large understory shrub endemic to the arboreal rainforests of the pacific northwest, but also disjunct on islands in Lake Superior. It is noted for its large palmate leaves and erect, woody stems covered in noxious and irritating spines. It is also known as Alaskan ginseng and similar names, although it is not a true ginseng.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Devil's Club?
The scientific name of Devil's Club is Oplopanax horridus.
What kingdom does Devil's Club belong to?
Devil's Club belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Devil's Club belong to?
Devil's Club belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Devil's Club belong to?
Devil's Club belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Devil's Club belong to?
Devil's Club belongs to the order Apiales.
What family does Devil's Club belong to?
Devil's Club belongs to the family Araliaceae.
What genus does Devil's Club belong to?
Devil's Club belongs to the genus Oplopanax.