Description
The leaves growing together around the stem lead to a past superstition that wrapping the leaves in bandages around splints would help mend broken bones.5 Boneset also had other medical uses and was a very common remedy in the United States in the 19th century.The common name boneset apparently derives from the plant s historical use in treating dengue fever (which is also known as breakbone)
Eupatorium perfoliatum or boneset is a common North American perennial plant in the sunflower family.Eupatorium perfoliatum grows up to 100 cm (39 inches) tall, with leaves that clasp the stems. The plant produces dense clusters of tiny white flower heads held above the foliage.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name |
Boneset,sweating-plant |
| Maximum Reachable Height |
Upto 100cm (39 inches) |
| Flower Colour |
White |
| Bloom Time |
July to September |
| Difficulty Level |
Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Though some authorities claim the name boneset refers to a former use of the plant to aid the healing process for broken bones, others claim that the name is in reference to the plant s use as a diaphoretic in the treatment of an 18th century influenza called break bone fever. All parts of the plant are quite toxic and bitter. Also commonly called thoroughwort.s
Eupatorium perfoliatum care
The leaves growing together around the stem lead to a past superstition that wrapping the leaves in bandages around splints would help mend broken bones. Boneset also had other medical uses,5 and was a very common remedy in the United States in the 19th century.The common name boneset apparently derives from the plant s historical use in treating dengue fever (which is also known as breakbone)
| Sunlight |
Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Watering |
Medium to wet |
| Soil |
Well-drained soil |
| Temperature |
70 to 85 degrees C. |
| Fertilizer |
Apply any organic fertilizer |
Eupatorium perfoliatum special feature
Good size and late bloom for borders, native plant gardens, wildflower gardens, cottage gardens, woodland gardens or banks of ponds or water gardens.
Eupatorium perfoliatum uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose
Medicinal Use:
- Eupatorium perfoliatum was used in the traditional medicine of Native Americans and extracts are now used in herbal medicine for fever and colds
- The effects of Eupatorium perfoliatum have not been confirmed by clinical study
- However, animal studies and in vitro experiments with plant extracts indicate possible anti-inflammatory effects and activity against Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite that causes malaria
- Also used in homeopathy
