Devil's Club – Oplopanax horridus Live Root | 6 Inch Dormant Root Section | Alaska Wild Harvested Native Plant | Woodland Garden Friendly | Propagation Ready
Grow one of Alaska's most iconic native plants with this Devil's Club live root section (Oplopanax horridus). Carefully wild harvested from Alaska, these root pieces are selected from the actively growing root tips, which are often the most suitable sections for propagation while allowing the parent plant to continue growing naturally.
A close relative of ginseng, Devil's Club is a slow-growing woodland perennial known for its dramatic appearance, large leaves, and strong presence in cool northern forests. Native to Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, it thrives in moist, shaded environments with rich organic soil and consistent moisture.
This listing is for one live dormant root section approximately 6 inches in length, ready for planting and propagation. Because Devil's Club naturally grows in cool, wet forest habitats, it performs best when similar growing conditions are provided. Larger orders may include larger root pieces depending on available space during shipping.
You will receive a healthy root section similar in size and condition to those shown in the listing photos.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Devil's Club root section
✔️ Approximately 6 inches in length
✔️ Alaska wild harvested plant material
✔️ Dormant propagation root
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Devil's Club
Botanical Name: Oplopanax horridus
Plant Type: Native woodland perennial shrub
Growth Stage: Dormant root section
Sun Requirements: Part shade to full shade
Soil: Rich, moist, organic soil with pH 5.5–7.0
Watering: High; requires consistent moisture during establishment
Mature Height: 6–12 feet
Growth Rate: Slow
USDA Zones: 5–8
Container Friendly: Possible with attentive care
💡 Care Tip: Plant immediately upon arrival and keep the root consistently moist during establishment. Devil's Club prefers cool temperatures, filtered light, and woodland conditions similar to its native habitat.