Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
incana
ID:
76994

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 350 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076323



Common Names

  • Gray Balsamroot
  • Balsamorhiza Incana
  • Gray Balsam


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Synonyms

  • Balsamorhiza incana incana [unknown]

Description

Balsamorhiza incana (also called Gray Rabbitbrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a single stem. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana. It grows in dry, open areas, such as sagebrush steppe and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Balsamorhiza incana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Balsamorhiza incana has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balsamorhiza incana is a perennial herb that is native to western North America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and should be about 10 cm long. Plant the cuttings in well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Balsamorhiza incana

Balsamorhiza incana is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

Balsamorhiza incana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balsamorhiza incana?

Balsamorhiza incana

What is the common name of Balsamorhiza incana?

Hoary Balsamroot

What is the natural habitat of Balsamorhiza incana?

Balsamorhiza incana is native to western North America.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-32983: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.