{"product_id":"semences-silphe-perfolie","title":"Akene Seeds - Cup Plant","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eTo successfully sow your seeds,\u003cbr\u003esee the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003eCompass plant \u003cem\u003e(Silphium perfoliatum)\u003c\/em\u003e is a majestic North American native perennial, growing up to 2.75 meters tall. Its large, opposite leaves are fused at the base, forming a \"cup\" around the stem, hence its English name \"cup plant.\" This unique characteristic allows the plant to collect rainwater, providing a water source for pollinators and birds. In summer, it boasts bright yellow flowers atop its sturdy stems, adding a spectacular touch to beds and borders. Adapted to moist soils, it is also ideal for bank stabilization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Plant sociability index\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/l-index-de-sociabilite-des-plantes-un-outil-essentiel-pour-concevoir-des-amenagements-naturels-durables\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSociability index\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: 3 to 4\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-843cefeb-7fff-601c-d3c9-dc9beba53eed\"\u003e→\u003c\/b\u003e Indicates the plant's behavior in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompass plant has astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditionally, the roots and leaves were used in decoction to relieve fever and treat minor infections. Although less common today in medicinal use, this plant continues to be valued for its properties and benefits in herbal medicine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompass plant plays an important ecological role by providing a water source for insects and birds thanks to the cup formed by its leaves. In autumn, its seeds are a prized food source for American goldfinches and other birds. Its flowers also attract many pollinators, including bees and butterflies, thus contributing to biodiversity. As a robust and adaptable plant, it helps stabilize moist soils and promotes a rich habitat for ecological interactions in naturalistic gardens and riparian areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompass plant seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Cold stratification of native seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the cultivation notes below for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always consult a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, culture forestière","offers":[{"title":"Envelope","offer_id":49896190247158,"sku":"sku-45033451946235","price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5G","offer_id":50483900874998,"sku":"sku-48767850217723","price":16.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":50483900907766,"sku":"sku-48767850250491","price":27.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":50483900940534,"sku":"sku-48767850283259","price":54.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":50483900973302,"sku":"sku-48767850316027","price":86.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0354\/3286\/files\/silphium-perfoliatum-1.jpg?v=1769564813","url":"https:\/\/jardinierquebec.com\/en\/products\/semences-silphe-perfolie","provider":"Jardinier Québec","version":"1.0","type":"link"}