Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Nelson & J.F.Macbr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 56: 478 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125645
Common Names
- Rose Balsamroot
- Rose Balsam
- Rose Balsam-Root
Synonyms
- Balsamorhiza hookeri rosea W.M.Sharp [unknown]
Description
Balsamorhiza rosea (also called Rose Balsamroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has large, lobed leaves and bright yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Balsamorhiza rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as a source of essential oils, and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Balsamorhiza rosea is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black, and have a white, waxy coating. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Balsamorhiza rosea is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.
Where to Find Balsamorhiza rosea
Balsamorhiza rosea is native to the western United States and can be found in states such as California, Oregon, and Washington.
Balsamorhiza rosea FAQ
What are the common uses of Balsamorhiza rosea?
Balsamorhiza rosea is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food for livestock.
What is the scientific name of Balsamorhiza rosea?
The scientific name of Balsamorhiza rosea is Balsamorhiza rosea.
What is the growth rate of Balsamorhiza rosea?
The growth rate of Balsamorhiza rosea is slow to moderate.
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,