Description
Approximately 150 seeds.
At a Glance: Barestem biscuitroot is a smooth, hairless perennial herb growing 12–40 inches (30–100 cm) tall. It has yellowish flower clusters atop mostly naked stems, blooming in early to mid-spring. It emits a strong, aromatic scent and was traditionally used as food and medicine by Indigenous peoples.
Leaves: The leaves are few and mostly basal, divided into narrow, flat segments with a parsley-like appearance. Leaf stalks may be inflated at the base.
Flowers: Small, yellow flowers are arranged in compound umbels at the top of tall, leafless stems. Bracts may be absent or inconspicuous.
Growing Conditions:
| Sun/Shade Tolerance | Hydrology | Elevation Range |
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Sunny 100%-80%
Mostly Sunny 80%-60%
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Moist to wet
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Low elevation
Mid elevation
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References:
MacKinnon, A., Pojar, J., & Alaback, P. B. (1994). Plants of the Pacific Northwest coast: Washington, Oregon, British Columbia & Alaska. Richmond, Wash: Lone Pine Publishing.
