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Giant Ironweed

Vernonia gigantea

Photo by suzmonk
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Description:

There are more than 1,000 species of Vernonia. Seventeen of them grow in North America. Very tall. This specimen of Giant Ironweed is well over 7 feet. Called Ironweed for its very tough stems. Considered a pest plant in some areas ... but good for bees, butterflies and moths. Medicinal properties.

Habitat:

Roadside, edge of the woods ...

Reference Links:

Giant Ironweed - Vernonia gigantea - Overview, Vernonia

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