Goatsbeard

Aruncus dioicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae Phylum: Tracheophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Rosales Family: Rosaceae Genus: Aruncus

About

Aruncus dioicus (Walt.) (known as goat's beard, buck's-beard or bride's feathers) is a flowering herbaceous perennial plant in the family Rosaceae, and is the type species of the genus Aruncus. It has alternate, pinnately compound leaves, on thin, stiff stems, with plumes of feathery white or cream flowers borne in summer. This plant can be found in moist woodland, often at higher altitudes, throughout temperate areas of Europe, Asia, and eastern and western North America. In...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Goatsbeard?
The scientific name of Goatsbeard is Aruncus dioicus.
What kingdom does Goatsbeard belong to?
Goatsbeard belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Goatsbeard belong to?
Goatsbeard belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Goatsbeard belong to?
Goatsbeard belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Goatsbeard belong to?
Goatsbeard belongs to the order Rosales.
What family does Goatsbeard belong to?
Goatsbeard belongs to the family Rosaceae.
What genus does Goatsbeard belong to?
Goatsbeard belongs to the genus Aruncus.