Chamerion angustifolium

Common Name: Fireweed

Plant Type: Herbaceous

Habitat: Wetland

Light Requirements:

Soil Moisture:

Soil Type: All

Height: 2 - 4 ft

Bloom Time: midsummer

Flower Colour: bright pink

Germination Requirements: Seed will germinate within 4 weeks if sown at 70°F. Seed will germinate upon being shifted to 70°F after 90 - 140 days of moist, cold stratification at 40°F

Details/Comments: Aggressive spreading plant. Spiked flowers.

Botanical Name (Alt): Epilobium angustifolium

Picture Copyright: J S Peterson @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database