Ironweed

Baccharoides anthelmintica

Native to:
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Botswana, China, DR Congo, India, Kenya, Laos, Malawi, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Baccharoides
Species:
Baccharoides anthelmintica
USDA Symbol:
VEAN5

Growth Characteristics

Height:
120 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct,nov
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies, bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid and semi-arid regions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily in warm conditions with adequate moisture and light; no special treatment required.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI