Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sagittata
ID:
6552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pursh) Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005881



Common Names

  • Balsamorhiza sagittata
  • Arrowleaf Balsamroot
  • Arrowleaf Balsam


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Synonyms

  • Balsamorhiza helianthoides Nutt. [unknown]
  • Buphthalmum sagittatum Pursh [unknown]
  • Espeletia helianthoides Nutt. [unknown]
  • Espeletia sagittata Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Balsamorhiza sagittata (also called Arrowleaf Balsamroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Balsamorhiza sagittata is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and for its medicinal properties. It can also be used as a natural dye and can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Balsamorhiza sagittata is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balsamorhiza sagittata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in the spring. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Balsamorhiza sagittata

Balsamorhiza sagittata can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Balsamorhiza sagittata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balsamorhiza sagittata?

Balsamorhiza sagittata

What is the common name of Balsamorhiza sagittata?

Arrowleaf balsamroot

Where is Balsamorhiza sagittata native to?

It 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-10566: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.