Quick answer: Red chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) is native to 7 states. What's commonly sold under this name is often a bred variety or the wrong species — see the lookalike alert below. It's typically seeds, verified 16 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | High water, Moist |
| Soil | Moist, rich soils |
| Bloom | May |
| Height | 6-12 ft |
| Wildlife value | Fruit occasionally eaten by game birds, songbirds, and reportedly bears |
Lookalike alert
Watch out
Cultivar ('Brilliantissima').
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
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