Eupatorium perfoliatum - Boneset

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Native Wetland Plants

Eupatorium perfoliatum

Boneset

More About Boneset

  • Attracts birds and butterflies
  • Special value to native bees

Eupatorium perfoliatum, Boneset, is one of the most widespread of our native wetland wildflowers. It prefers wet to damp areas of the wetland margin. While tolerant of flooding, it is not usually found growing in water but is very common on banks and wet meadows. The average height is about 2-4' tall. Boneset's delicate white flowers and lush foliage make it a favorite addition for naturalized areas. Historically, the name was derived from a belief that the herb was helpful for healing bones.

Bloom Color

White

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

Eupatorium perfoliatum Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
• Sun
• Partial Shade
Mature Height
• 2' - 4'
Spread Characteristics
• Clumping
• Prolific Seeder
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
• Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Spring
• Summer
• Fall
Pond Zonation
• Flood Plain - Upland
• High Marsh - Saturated Soil
Foliage Color
• Green
Wildlife Benefits
• Bees/Pollinators
• Butterflies
• Cover
• Nesting
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Goose Resistant
Wetland Indicator Status
• FACW+
Plant Type
• Bog/Marsh
• Flowering Perennial
• Marginal
Attributes
• Container
• Cut Flower
• Drought Tolerant
• Erosion Control
• Fibrous Roots
• Mass Planting
• Native
• Naturalizing
• Ornamental Flower
• Rain Garden
• Storm Water Basin
USDA Hardiness Zone
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8