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hemp agrimony

Eupatorium cannabinum

Hemp agrimony is a tall plant with pretty pink flowers that bloom in summer. It loves to grow near water and is often found in wetlands and along riverbanks.

Habitat: Wetlands

Appearance

The hemp agrimony has upright, reddish-purple stems crowned with dense, flat-topped clusters of fluffy, pinkish-purple flowers. Its leaves are deeply divided into three to five serrated leaflets, giving them a distinctive, hand-like appearance.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusEupatorium
hemp agrimony
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hemp agrimony

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Despite its name, hemp agrimony is not related to true hemp, just similar-looking leaves!

Hemp agrimony flowers attract so many butterflies, it's like a buzzing insect cafe!

Its scientific name, Eupatorium, honors an ancient king who was fascinated by plants!

This plant is sometimes called 'Holy Rope' due to its long history in traditional medicine!

Special abilities

Ability

Pollinator Party Host

Hemp agrimony's nectar-rich flowers attract swarms of butterflies and bees, helping other plants pollinate too.

Ability

Wetland Wonder

Hemp agrimony can thrive in damp, waterlogged soils, allowing it to grow where many other plants would struggle.

Ability

Herbal Helper (Historical)

Historically, hemp agrimony had a reputation as a medicinal plant, used in traditional remedies for various ailments.

Measurements & details

Height
50-150 cm
Spread
30-70 cm
Flower Size
0.3-0.5 cm
Bloom Season
Summer to early autumn
Edible
No
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

European Peacock

Aglais io

Provides nectar for adult butterflies

pollinates

Western Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

A valuable nectar source for bees

eaten by

Grey Pug moth

Eupithecia subfuscata

Its caterpillars feed on the flowers

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is hemp agrimony?

50-150 cm

How wide does hemp agrimony spread?

30-70 cm

How big are the flowers on hemp agrimony?

0.3-0.5 cm

When does hemp agrimony bloom?

Summer to early autumn

Is hemp agrimony edible?

No

Is hemp agrimony toxic?

Mild

What is hemp agrimony's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is hemp agrimony pollinated?

Insect

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