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Joe Pye weed – Eupatorium purpureum

Joe Pye weed is a handsome hardy perennial which grows to at least 2.1m with purplish stems, whorls of slender, finely toothed, ovate leaves and dense, domed corymbs of purple pink flowers in late summer to autumn.

Joe Pye weed grows best in moist, well drained soil in partial shade or sun. Propagated by seeds sown in containers in spring or by division when dormant.

Joe Pye weed has a restorative,cleansing action mainly used in for kidney and urinary disorders,including stone, cystitis and prostate problems . Also used for painful menstruation,rheumatism and gout.

Joe Pye weed is also known as Gravel root.

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