American Globeflower

Description

Trollius laxus is a perennial that grows to 12-20 inches tall. It has 1 to 1 1/2 inch diameter pale yellow or cream colored flowers. Each flower has 15-25 petals, and it blooms from April to June. The leaves of this species are palmately cut, lobed leaves that are 3-5 inches wide. After blooming, the leaves increase dramatically in size.