Fernleaf Biscuitroot | Lomatium dissectum

The image shows a bushy green plant with feathery leaves and clusters of reddish-purple flowers, surrounded by grass and dry branches.
The image shows a plant with green, feathery leaves and clusters of small, round seed heads, likely from the Apiaceae family.
The image shows a bushy green plant with feathery leaves and clusters of reddish-purple flowers, surrounded by grass and dry branches.
The image shows a plant with green, feathery leaves and clusters of small, round seed heads, likely from the Apiaceae family.

Also known as Desert Parsley, this carrot family plant has an umbel of yellow to red florets. The leaves are finely divided similar to a fern. This is the tallest Lomatium.

 

Plant Details

Habitats Oak Woodland, Upland Prairie and Savanna, Dry Rocky Slopes
Habitat Notes Grows in rocky soils, meadows,
Phenology  Perennial; flowering May-July
Mature Height 3-5 ft
Shade Preference Full sun
Soil Tolerance Dry to moist, rocky, fertile, well-drained soils
Special Uses Attracts pollinators