👉 Birdweed is a type of perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Apiaceae. It has a long, slender stem with a single, upright leaf and blooms in various colors throughout the year. Birdbrook, birdburrow, or birdweed meadow are all synonyms for this particular species. The name "birdweed" is derived from the Latin word "bird", which means "bird," and "weed," which refers to a plant with long stems