Fireweed is a tall showy wildflower that grows from sea level to the subalpine zone. A colorful sight in many parts of the country.

Chamaenerion angustifolium is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant in the willowherb family Onagraceae. It is known in North America as fireweed.

Chamerion angustifolium, commonly known as fireweed, is a robust strongly-spreading, rhizomatous perennial wildflower that grows to 2-5' tall.

Apr 19, 2023 · Pink spires of flowers bloom at tops of tall, erect, leafy stems with narrow willow-like leaves. Often grows in spectacular dense patches.

Dec 7, 2022 · Narrow-leaf fireweed is a showy, clumped perennial, commonly growing 3-5 ft. tall. The erect stems are usually reddish, have numerous elongate, ...

The young leaves, shoots and flowers of narrow-leaved fireweed are edible, and the flowers are used to make fireweed jelly.

Shoot buds form in the fall on lateral roots and overwinter just below the soil surface [29]. FIRE ECOLOGY. SPECIES: Chamerion angustifolium. FIRE ECOLOGY OR ...

[fs.usda.gov] Habitat, Size, Seeds, Native American Use of Seeds: Fireweed is a tall showy wildflower that grows from sea level to the subalpine zone.

This is an effortless and versatile habitat plant. It thrives in a wide range of light and soil conditions, though it prefers at least half a day of sun.

Older leaves can be dried and used as tea. Name: It is called Fireweed for its ability to regrow quickly after a fire. Other Names: Chamaenerion angustifolium.