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Wild Quinine (Parthenium integrifolium): Prairie Perennial with Medicinal History

Overview

Wild quinine (Parthenium integrifolium), also called American feverfew, is a sturdy prairie perennial with clusters of white, button-like flowers atop tall stems. It has a history of medicinal use by Native Americans and early settlers.

Botanical Details

Family:	Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus:	Parthenium (par-THEN-ee-um)
Species:	integrifolium (in-teg-ree-FOH-lee-um)
Synonym:	Parthenium integrifolium var. integrifolium

Garden and Ecological Role

Deep taproot makes it drought-tolerant. Blooms early to mid-summer. Attracts diverse pollinators. Excellent for prairie restorations, native gardens, and cut flowers. Deer resistant.

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