Fireweed Ecology & Herbal Uses
Fireweed is the queen of the clearcut. It’s the king of the forest fire. This plant is one of the most widespread in the Northern hemisphere, and one of the first to show up in any disturbed area. As if by magic, fireweed takes over, helping to green these areas again and stabilize the soil. It grows in patches, reproducing by rhizomes and its fluffy airborne seeds. I’ve found fireweed in a sub-alpine meadow, in gardens, backyards, and city parks. It’s a ubiquitous herb in no