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Orange berry #347099

Asked July 27, 2016, 4:31 AM EDT

This little plant, only five inches high, has orange berries. What is it? These are pictures of a cutting in a little round glass vase.

Lewis County Washington

Expert Response

I believe that this is Disporum hookeri, also known as Hooker's fairybells or Oregon fairybells. The fruit is not meant for human consumption.
http://www.pnwflowers.com/flower/disporum-hookeri

An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 31, 2016, 9:23 PM EDT

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Orange berry #347099

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