Eutrochium purpureum (Sweet Joe-pye weed) 6-pack

Eutrochium purpureum, commonly known as sweet Joe Pye weed, is a tall North American perennial plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It typically grows 4 to 6 feet in height, with strong, upright stems that are covered in purple spots. The leaves are arranged in whorls along the stem and are long and lance-shaped.

In late summer and early fall, Eutrochium purpureum produces large clusters of pink to mauve flowers at the tops of the stems. The flowers are attractive to a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, and provide an important source of nectar for them.

Sweet Joe Pye weed is a wetland plant that thrives in moist to wet soils, although it can also grow in drier conditions. It is commonly found in wetlands, meadows, and along stream banks throughout much of eastern North America.

In addition to its ecological benefits as a pollinator plant and its use in wetland restoration for water filtration, Eutrochium purpureum has a variety of traditional medicinal uses. The plant has been used by Indigenous peoples for its antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties, and in modern times it has been studied for its potential as a treatment for conditions such as rheumatism and urinary tract infections. It is also a popular ornamental plant in gardens, valued for its tall, showy flowers and ability to attract pollinators.