Is There A Source For Artifical Fireweed?

Ask the Expert: Artificial Fireweed
I am trying to buy artificial Fireweed.  I am visiting in Alaska and am captivated by the Fireweed.  I am visiting and living on Fireweed Street.  Thank you   LLM

Plant Expert Reply:

It is easy to see why you are attracted to Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium). When I was in Alaksa in 1998 the fields of fireweed were amazing.  However, I haven’t seen an artificial or dried version of fireweed.

Fireweed has many edible and medicial qualities. I do know that it is sold as an herbal tea in some areas.  You might try drying your own.  I found a website that talks about preserving fireweed.

You might check with a local Alaska florist, they may have artifical fireweed or know of a place that does.

Good Luck and keep me posted.