Northern Ontario Plant Database
Fireweed is circumboreal in distribution and occurs in all Provinces of Canada; it is found throughout the Algoma District and Ontario. Similar Species: Fireweed leaves are similar in shape to those of several willow ( Salix ) species, but willows have woody stems, small catkin-like flowers, and small ovoid or pear-shaped (pyriform) capsules.
Fireweed (Epilobium spp.) in Ontario - northernbushcraft.com
varieties in Ontario are Common fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium) and Dwarf fireweed (Epilobium latifolium). grows in open, disturbed areas in foothill, montane, alpine and subalpine regions. warning: may act as a laxtative if eaten in quantity. Fireweed is one …
Fireweed - The Canadian Encyclopedia
Fireweed, common name for Epilobium angustifolium, a member of a genus of herbaceous or shrubby plants of the evening primrose family (Onagraceae). Roughly 160 species of Epilobium (willow herbs) are found throughout temperate regions; 12 are native to Canada. Willow herbs have alternate or opposed leaves, and regular or slightly irregular flowers.
Fireweed — Ontario Native Plant Nursery | Container Grown
Name comes from it’s propensity to be the first colonizer after a forest fire. Very persistent and can be aggressive. Height : 2-5 feet (60-150cm) Blooming Period : June to September. Light : Full Sun to Part Shade. Water : Medium. Soil : Sand, loam, clay. Zone : 2 to 7. Deer and Rabbit Resistance : No. Native Ontario Habitat : Open areas.
Fireweed – Epilobium Angustifolium: Edible & Medicinal Uses of …
2022年11月18日 · Fireweed (epilobium angustifolium syn. chamerion angustifolium syn. chamaenerion angustifolium) is common along roadsides, in logged bush, and in fire scourged acres here in central Ontario. It gets its name from thriving after forest fires.
Fireweed - Work, Live & Play in Healthy Lakes and Rivers
Fireweed is a perennial wildflower species that grow up to 1.5 m in height. The stem is smooth, round, and turns from green to red towards the top of the plant. The leaves are light green coloured, alternately arranged, narrow and lance shaped, similar to Willow leaves, have a prominent central vein, and have entire margins.
Is Fireweed native to Ontario? - ruggedthuglife.com - Canada …
2021年12月13日 · Fireweed is a native plant that’s found throughout the temperate northern hemisphere including some areas in the boreal forests. It earned its name because this plant is the first colonizer in the soil after forest fires.
Fireweed - flowering time, description, seasonal development and ...
Chamaenerion angustifolium, known in North America as fireweed, in some parts of Canada as great willowherb, in Britain and Ireland as rosebay willowherb, and traditionally known as Saint Anthony's Laurel amongst other variants, is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant in the willowherb family Onagraceae.
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Fireweed - Farmed
Fireweed is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant. It is also referred to as willowherb due to its leaves that resemble willows. It has a widespread rhizome-like root and grows in colonies. Leaves: Alternate, narrowly lanceolate, (5) 10-15 (20) cm long, entire or finely toothed, green, veiny below; nearly stalkless. Stems: Height: 1-3 metres
Perennials — Epilobium angustifolium – Fireweed — Ontario …
Bright pink blooms are sported upon tall, slender stalks. Garners the name fireweed because it's often the first colonizer after a forest fire. Very persistent and can be aggressive when in preferable growing conditions.