Sweet-scented Joe Pye Weed Eutrochium purpureum (formerly Eupatorium purpureum)

Other common names: Purple Boneset, Purple Joe Pye Weed Other scientific names: Eupatorium purpureum French names: Eupatoire d'eau rouge Family: Composite Family (Asteraceae) Flowers: Summer;  Red/Pink;  Indistinguishable parts (petals) Leaves: Opposite/Whorled, Simple, Toothed Height: 100-200 cm (39-78 in) Habitat: Forests, Fields and Open Areas Grows in Sun/Shade: Shade Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 436    Native/Non-native: Native Origin and Meaning of Names:  Scientific Name: purpureum: purple Photographs: 45 photographs available, of which 4 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.