Bearsfoot 10 Seeds, Polymnia uvedalia, Hairy and similar items

Bearsfoot, also known as Hairy Leafcup, is a perennial wildflower native to the eastern and central United States where it can often be found growing in meadows, at the edges of woodlands, and along the banks of river and streams. The plant, whose large leaves as said to resemble a bear's footprint, grows to around 7 feet in height and produces small yellows flowers that bloom from July through September. Historically used in traditional medicine to treat swelling and inflammation, as well as in tonics to (allegedly) promote hair growth. Seeds require scarification prior to sowing, which can be done by lightly rubbing the seeds between two sheets of medium grit sandpaper. If direct sowing in late fall, plant the scarified seeds just below the soil's surface. For spring planting, mix scarified seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing.