Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Eupatorium purpureum

Family:
Joe-Pye Weed

Family:
Asteraceae (also known as Compositae)

Description:
This North American meadow wildflower makes a tall, bold statement in the landscape, needing lots of room to spread. It prefers a little bit of afternoon shade and soils with even moisture, but adapts to sunny, dry conditions.

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