Joe Pye Weed

Joe Pye Weed, a weed you want to grow

With pretty rose-pink blooms, Joe Pye Weed gets its name from a Native American who supposedly used the plant to treat New Englanders with typhus fever.

Joe Pye Weed has no known edible uses, but it is used in folk medicine for kidney complaints and painful urination, since the herb is known as a diuretic.

Uses

HOUSEHOLD

Dye | seed
Boil seed heads to make a reddish pink dye.

Gardening
Make an interesting choice for garden borders.

MEDICINAL

Tea | root
Small dose of dried root can induce perspiration and urine, and relieve joint pains.

Remedies

Joe Pye Weed was historically used as remedies, which may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.

Digestive | diarrhea
Disorder | urinary problems, liver problems, fever
Muscle And Joint | muscle pain, joint pain

Cautions

Please consult your doctor before using joe pye weed for health related issues.

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