Status:
valid
Authors:
W.A.Weber
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 50: 358 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082544
Common Names
- Silky Balsamroot
- Silky Balsamorhiza
- Silky Biscuit-root
Description
Balsamorhiza sericea (also called Silky Balsamroot, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Balsamorhiza sericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Balsamorhiza sericea has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Balsamorhiza sericea is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Prune regularly to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Balsamorhiza sericea
Balsamorhiza sericea is native to North America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Balsamorhiza sericea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balsamorhiza sericea?
Balsamorhiza sericea
What is the common name of Balsamorhiza sericea?
Silky Balsamroot
What type of plant is Balsamorhiza sericea?
A perennial herb
Species in the Balsamorhiza genus
Balsamorhiza sagittata,
Balsamorhiza macrolepis,
Balsamorhiza careyana,
Balsamorhiza lanata,
Balsamorhiza bonseri,
Balsamorhiza hookeri,
Balsamorhiza incana,
Balsamorhiza hispidula,
Balsamorhiza sericea,
Balsamorhiza deltoidea,
Balsamorhiza serrata,
Balsamorhiza macrophylla,
Balsamorhiza rosea,
Balsamorhiza tomentosa,
Balsamorhiza terebinthacea,
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,