Yarrowleaf Ragwort

Packera millefolium, commonly known as Yarrowleaf Ragwort, Blue Ridge Groundsel, or Piedmont Ragwort is part of the Asteracea or Aster family. It is a perennial and belongs to the genus Packera. The species is endemic to the mainland United States, and it is found primarily in the Eastern United States. Populations range from as far west as the Appalachian to as far east as the Piedmont region. It is found on dry rocky surfaces, and it typically grows to be roughly 1 to 3 feet in height. Packera millefolium is known to hybridize, and can be toxic if consumed.