Pleurisy Root (Asclepias tuberosa)
Family: Milkweed (Asclepiadaceae)
Hardy to Zones 3 to 9
(Butterfly Weed, Butterfly Flower) Herbaceous perennial native to the American prairies. Strikingly beautiful herb, with tresses of deep yellow and orange flowers, sometimes nearly red, to a height of 30 inches. Magnetizes monarchs and feeds nectar to the bees. The root (as suggested by the species name) delves deep and is very tough. The root has a peculiar terebinthe odor. Traditional usage (American Indian and TWM): inflammation of the serous membrane. Low dose botanical. Plant prefers full sun and regular watering. Will survive in low-fertility areas and will cohabit happily with grasses. Sow the seed in the early spring. Tap-rooted plants are best sown in-situ, in the garden bed. The seed is a good cold-soil germinator and if you are not planting in the early spring then it is best to pre-treat the seeds in moist medium in the refrigerator (not the freezer) for 2 weeks before sowing warm. Germination is relatively fast and quite rewarding, as the seedlings are large and characteristically shaped. Large plants are best spaced at least 2 feet apart. Flowers to 3 feet tall.
Packet contains 30 seeds
Certified Organically Grown
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