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Greek Valerian - Polemonium reptans Weak stemmed plant with flowers in loose clusters of violet-blue bells. A common name for this plant is Jacob&#039;s Ladder, which refers to the ladder-like arrangement of the leaves.<br />
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Traditionally, the root was used by Native Americans to treat a variety of conditions.<br />
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Greek Valerian - Polemonium reptans

Weak stemmed plant with flowers in loose clusters of violet-blue bells. A common name for this plant is Jacob's Ladder, which refers to the ladder-like arrangement of the leaves.

Traditionally, the root was used by Native Americans to treat a variety of conditions.

Habitat: Growing near the edge of a pond

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"Polemonium reptans" is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America. Common names include spreading Jacob's ladder, creeping Jacob's ladder, false Jacob's ladder, abscess root, american Greek valerian, blue bells, stairway to heaven, and sweatroot.

Similar species: Ericales
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Christine Young

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Uploaded Jan 6, 2022. Captured May 3, 2021 12:01 in 3280 Franklin Ave, Millbrook, NY 12545, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/13.0
  • 1/197s
  • ISO800
  • 100mm