Enchanter's Nightshade / Woodland Weed
Circaea lutetiana · Perennial broadleaf, non-grass weed
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Invasive/Weed
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4-8, cold hardy and goes dormant in winter.
About This Grass
Upright herbaceous plant reaching 1-2 feet with opposite leaves and cylindrical spikes of tiny white flowers.
Blade Characteristics
Not a grass; opposite, ovate leaves with pointed tips and rounded bases.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Rhizomatous, forms dense woodland patches.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full shade to partial sun with moist, organic-rich woodland soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Hand pulling or spot weeding; high maintenance in shaded gardens where it spreads.
Identified on 9/24/2026