Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
maculatum
ID:
96297

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) E.E.Lamont

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(2): 902 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095626



Common Names

  • Eutrochium
  • Spotted Joe Pye Weed
  • Spotted Trumpetweed


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium maculatum maculatum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium bruneri A.Gray [unknown]
  • Eupatorium purpureum maculatum (L.) Voss [unknown]
  • Eupatorium maculatum L. [unknown]
  • Eupatoriadelphus maculatus (L.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium maculatum maculatum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium maculatum maculatum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium purpureum maculatum (L.) Darl. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium trifoliatum maculatum Farw. [unknown]
  • Eupatoriadelphus maculatus maculatus [unknown]
  • Eutrochium maculatum maculatum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium bruneri bruneri [unknown]
  • Eupatorium purpureum maculatum (L.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]

Description

Eutrochium maculatum (also called 'Spotted Joe-Pye Weed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with purple spots and pink flower heads. It typically grows in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eutrochium maculatum is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used in salads and as a vegetable. It also has medicinal properties, and is used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eutrochium maculatum var. bruneri (A.Gray) E.E.Lamont
Eutrochium maculatum var. foliosum (Fernald) E.E.Lamont

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eutrochium maculatum are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eutrochium maculatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is relatively low maintenance and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Eutrochium maculatum

Eutrochium maculatum can be found in the eastern United States, particularly in the Appalachian Mountains and the Great Lakes region.

Eutrochium maculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eutrochium maculatum?

Eutrochium maculatum

What is the common name of Eutrochium maculatum?

Spotted Joe-Pye Weed

What is the family of Eutrochium maculatum?

Asteraceae

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-51805: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Eric E. Lamont (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Lamont' in the authors string.