Joe-Pye Weed
Eutrochium maculatum var. maculatum
Asteraceae
Other names
Spotted Joe Pye Weed
Native distribution
Native to the Finger Lakes Region
Cultivation
Wet to dry, but prefers moist. Adaptable to many soil conditions
Propagation
Store seeds dry then cold-moist stratify for 60-90 days. Sow at 70 degrees.
Biocultural value
Joe-pye was the name of a Native American healer in New England. This plant, and the related genus Eupatorium, have many pharmacologically active alkaloids. A number of which have been used by Native American groups.
Wildlife value
Important nectar plant for insects.
Location
Mundy Wildflower Garden, Cayuta Lake, Coy Glen, Edwards Lake Cliffs Preserve, Fischer Old-growth Forest, McLean Bogs, Eames Bog, Salt Road Fen, Purvis Road Wetlands Natural Area, Ringwood Ponds
Status
L4|S5|G5