Photos of Verbesina alternifolia, Yellow ironweed, Yellow Wingstem

Verbesina alternifolia, Yellow ironweed, Yellow Wingstem. Fresh leaves traditionally used as a rub to treat ringworm. Also known historically as Actinomeris squarrosa, Coreopsis alternifolia, and Verbesina coreopsis. Introduced to English gardens by 1640.

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