Elecampane
Inula helenium
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Elecampane is a tall perennial herb with large, velvety leaves and bright yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom mid to late summer. Traditionally valued in herbal medicine and as a dynamic accumulator, it attracts pollinators and has been used for centuries to support respiratory health.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central Asia and temperate Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Elecampane is a tall perennial herb with large, velvety leaves and bright yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom mid to late summer. Traditionally valued in herbal medicine and as a dynamic accumulator, it attracts pollinators and has been used for centuries to support respiratory health.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Elecampane grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central Asia and temperate Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation