butterbur

Overview

Butterbur (Petasites japonicus) is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to Asia, Europe and North America. It has a single, fleshy, round leaves with a wide, basal stalk. The leaves are deep green in the spring and summer and turn yellowish-brown in the autumn. It is grown for its large heart-shaped flower heads that bloom in March and April, and for its edible young leaves and petioles, which can be used to make medicinal teas. Butterbur can grow in a range of soils and prefers moist shaded habitats. Its rapid growth rate and wide spread root system make it a useful plant for wetlands and streambank stabilization. It can also be grown in a number of soils and habitats, making it a popular option for landscaping in many areas.

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