Rosinweed - Silphium integrifolium
Silphium integrifolium, or Rosinweed, boasts a rigid, upright form with rough, lance-shaped leaves and clusters of bright yellow, sunflower-like blooms. Its sturdy stems and distinctive square shape create a bold presence. Historically, various preparations of this plant were utilized for diverse health-related applications, though modern scientific confirmation is sparse. In garden and prairie settings, it serves as a strong structural element, contributing vertical interest and a vibrant burst of color. It's excellent for creating robust, naturalistic plantings and provides a striking focal point, particularly when massed.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 3-5ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Host Plant: Several moths, including the Silphium Borer Moth (Papaipema silphii) and various other lepidoptera species.
Silphium integrifolium, or Rosinweed, boasts a rigid, upright form with rough, lance-shaped leaves and clusters of bright yellow, sunflower-like blooms. Its sturdy stems and distinctive square shape create a bold presence. Historically, various preparations of this plant were utilized for diverse health-related applications, though modern scientific confirmation is sparse. In garden and prairie settings, it serves as a strong structural element, contributing vertical interest and a vibrant burst of color. It's excellent for creating robust, naturalistic plantings and provides a striking focal point, particularly when massed.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 3-5ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Host Plant: Several moths, including the Silphium Borer Moth (Papaipema silphii) and various other lepidoptera species.
Silphium integrifolium, or Rosinweed, boasts a rigid, upright form with rough, lance-shaped leaves and clusters of bright yellow, sunflower-like blooms. Its sturdy stems and distinctive square shape create a bold presence. Historically, various preparations of this plant were utilized for diverse health-related applications, though modern scientific confirmation is sparse. In garden and prairie settings, it serves as a strong structural element, contributing vertical interest and a vibrant burst of color. It's excellent for creating robust, naturalistic plantings and provides a striking focal point, particularly when massed.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 3-5ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Host Plant: Several moths, including the Silphium Borer Moth (Papaipema silphii) and various other lepidoptera species.
