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frostweed

Verbesina virginica

Frostweed is a special plant that can grow tall and has beautiful yellow flowers. It gets its name because it can look like it has frost on it when the weather is cold!

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The frostweed has tall, sturdy green stems topped with clusters of bright white, daisy-like flowers. Its large, dark green leaves feature unique winged petioles that run down the stem. It stands out with its abundant white blooms against a backdrop of green foliage.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusVerbesina
frostweed
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frostweed

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its sturdy stems can grow taller than most kids, reaching up to two meters!

Its unique stems have green 'wings' that look like frilly ribbons!

Many types of butterflies and bees flock to its abundant, sweet white flowers for nectar.

When the weather freezes, sap pushing from its stem cracks creates amazing ice ribbons!

Special abilities

Ability

Ice Sculptor

Frostweed can create beautiful ribbons of ice from its stems in freezing weather, a unique natural phenomenon.

Ability

Winged Stems

Frostweed has unique 'wings' running down its stems, which help support the plant and deter hungry browsers.

Measurements & details

Height
100-200 cm
Spread
30-90 cm
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Bloom Season
Late summer to fall
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always look but don't touch wild plants unless a grown-up says it's okay.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is frostweed?

100-200 cm

How wide does frostweed spread?

30-90 cm

How big are the flowers on frostweed?

1-2 cm

When does frostweed bloom?

Late summer to fall

Is frostweed edible?

No

Is frostweed toxic?

None

What is frostweed's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is frostweed pollinated?

Insect

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