Eupatorium purpureum
Propagation Notes
Guide to Collecting and Germinating Seeds in Iowa

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Species Eupatorium purpureum
Family Asteraceae
Common name(s) Purple node joe pye weed
Synonyms

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Glossary of Terms

Maturation sign(s) pappus expands; achenes turn tan
Collection dates mid August, early September
Seed cleaning none required
Storage dry
Germination method(s) cold, moist stratification in sphagnum; excellent germination and survival
Restoration potential proven performer
Other notes

Published data

will germinate after 90 days of cold stratification (Cullina 2000)

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Last updated: 3/5/04

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