West Branch Delaware River
Starlight PA
2014

Eutrochium maculatum, the spotted joe-pye weed, is a North American species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is widespread through much of the United States and Canada. It is the only species of the genus Eutrochium found west of the Great Plains. This herbaceous perennial sometimes grows as high as 2 m.

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Appreciated for their stature, ease of cultivation, and attractive flowers, Eupatorium maculatum, commonly known as Joe-Pye Weed, are strong growing perennials that provide a wonderful garden presence. Native to North America, they are noted for their erect, purple-stained stems (therefore "maculata") that are branched with flat-topped, 4-5 in. clusters of eye-catching rose-pruple to mauve flowers. Often fragrant, their blossoms are attractive to bees and butterflies in search of nectar.


The West Branch Delaware River is one of two branches that form the Delaware River. It is approximately 90 mi (144 km) long, and flows through the U.S. states of New York and Pennsylvania.