Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2011-4: 1 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748715
Common Names
- Osmorhiza
- Geohintonii Osmorhiza
- Osmorhiza geohintonii
Description
Osmorhiza geohintonii (also called Geohintonii Osmorhiza, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the temperate regions of North America and is commonly found in meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Osmorhiza geohintonii is a medicinal plant that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Osmorhiza geohintonii is a small, white flower with yellowish-green veins. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Osmorhiza geohintonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept moist and in partial shade.
Where to Find Osmorhiza geohintonii
Osmorhiza geohintonii is native to the Yunnan province of China.
Osmorhiza geohintonii FAQ
What are the common names of Osmorhiza geohintonii?
Hinton's Sweetroot
What is the native range of Osmorhiza geohintonii?
Northwestern North America
What type of habitat does Osmorhiza geohintonii prefer?
Moist woods, meadows, and streambanks
Species in the Osmorhiza genus
Osmorhiza glabrata,
Osmorhiza berteroi,
Osmorhiza geohintonii,
Osmorhiza aristata,
Osmorhiza claytonii,
Osmorhiza depauperata,
Osmorhiza longistylis,
Osmorhiza aristata,
Osmorhiza bipatriata,
Osmorhiza brachypoda,
Osmorhiza chilensis,
Osmorhiza occidentalis,
Osmorhiza purpurea,
Osmorhiza mexicana,
Osmorhiza brevipes,
Osmorhiza bolanderi,
Osmorhiza leibergii,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,