pokeweed

These grow near my house. When they ripen they are round and very dark/black in color. When you squeeze them they will stain your fingers red. The stem has a reddish/purplish color to it. I suspect they may be Elderberries. :scratch I will NOT pick or eat them until my Uncle Bob can come...

I just recently discovered a plant in my back yard called pokeweed. many may know what it is, but for those who dont, it looks like this: The plant is considered to be poisonous by many, however in the south there are festivals celebrating it. you may have heard of poke salad. anyway, i...