Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
steelei
ID:
63970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.E.Lamont) E.E.Lamont

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063299



Common Names

  • Eutrochium steelei
  • Steele's Eutrochium
  • Eutrochium steelei


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Description

Eutrochium steelei (also called Steele's Joe-Pye Weed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with pink flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to North America, and is found in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eutrochium steelei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eutrochium steelei has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eutrochium steelei is a perennial herb that is best propagated from seed. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes around two weeks. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Eutrochium steelei

Eutrochium steelei is native to the eastern United States. It can be found in moist woodlands, meadows, and along roadsides.

Eutrochium steelei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eutrochium steelei?

Eutrochium steelei

What is the common name of Eutrochium steelei?

Steelei

What type of plant is Eutrochium steelei?

Herbaceous perennial

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-20271: Based on the initial data import
Eric E. Lamont (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Lamont' in the authors string.