Fireweed

Fireweed (Chamaenerion angustifolium) is an herbaceous wildflower native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Reaching heights of up to two metres, the plant produces clusters of pink or purplish flowers at the ends of its stems. It thrives in open, sunny sites, especially disturbed areas like burnt-out forests. For this reason, it is often found in ecosystems that have experienced change or destruction and is sometimes called "the climax species" as it is typically the first vegetation to arise after a disturbance. Fireweed has been used medicinally for centuries and the plant has many edible parts including the leaves, flowers, and seeds.