The root was very popular as a medicinal herb for the treatment of a range of lung diseases - thus the name Pleurisy Root. It was considered especially useful as a respiratory cure or relief from pains when breathing, caused by pneumonia or other lung diseases. The Natchez people useda tea from the boiled root to treat pneumonia. Also, known as Butterfly Weed.
Quantity: 50 seeds
Growing Details
Zones 3-9
Height: 1-2.5 ft Spread: 1-1.5 ft
Bloom time: June-August
Sow the seeds in the greenhouse in early spring, though stored seed might need 2 - 3 weeks cold stratification (in your refrigerator or freezer for two or three weeks or more).
Note: Does not transplant well once established due to its deep taproot.
