Boneset

(Eupatorium perfoliatum)

Other Names:
Common boneset, agueweed, feverwort, sweating plant

Range:


Family:
Asteraceae - Aster or Composite Family

Growth Type:
Herbaceous perennial

Height:
Typically reaches 2 - 4 feet in height

Leaves:
The narrow, lanceolate, leaves are arranged opposite along the stem. These leaves can grow up to 8 inches long and 2 inches wide. The leaves do not grow from petioles, but rather clasp the stem. This gives the appearance that the stem is growing right through the leaves.

Stem/Trunk:
A single central stem that is covered in long white hairs. The stout stem remains un branched until very near the top where flowering side stems appear.

Root:
Fibrous root system which can produce rhizomes from which new plants grow. This results in small colonies of the plant.

Flower Season:
Late summer or early autumn

Flower Appearance:
At the top of the plant wultiple clusters of small white flowers grow from small side branches of the main stem. These flower clusters can reach up to 8 inches across. They are typically found more in the 4-6 inch range though.

Seed/Fruit:
Small black seeds

Miscellaneous characteristics:
N/A

Habitat:
A wetland native, E. perfoliatum prefers moist to wet soil in full to partial sun.

Parts Used:
Flowers and leaves

Culinary Uses:
None Known

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Energetics
Taste: Bitter
Thermal: Cooling
Humidity: Drying

Medicinal Uses:
Among other things, the flowering herb can be used to treat colds and influenza.

Medicinal Actions:
Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anti-Inflammatory, Antipyretic, Cathartic, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emetic, Febrifuge, Immunostimulant, Laxative