Wild Quinine (Parthenium integrifolium)
Wild Quinine attracts a variety of insects and is the host plant to 15 species of butterflies and moths in this area (nwf.org). However, deer and rabbits tend to leave it alone. Be aware that this plant is vigorous in the right conditions, so plant it with care
Photo Credit: Joshua Mayer
Wild Quinine attracts a variety of insects and is the host plant to 15 species of butterflies and moths in this area (nwf.org). However, deer and rabbits tend to leave it alone. Be aware that this plant is vigorous in the right conditions, so plant it with care
Photo Credit: Joshua Mayer
Wild Quinine attracts a variety of insects and is the host plant to 15 species of butterflies and moths in this area (nwf.org). However, deer and rabbits tend to leave it alone. Be aware that this plant is vigorous in the right conditions, so plant it with care
Photo Credit: Joshua Mayer
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Wet, Medium, Medium-Dry
Height: 4 feet
Plant Spacing: 1-2 feet
Bloom Time: June-September
Bloom Color: White
Advantages: Deer Resistant, Recommended but vigorous
Host Plant: 15 species of butterflies and moths in this area (nwf.org)
