Yellowroot

Xanthorhiza simplicissima

Ranunculaceae

Growth Habit

Shrub - Clonal

Description

A flat-topped ground-covering shrub with erect stems and celery-like leaves that reaches 2'-3' in height. Fall color golden yellow and orange; flowers star-shaped, brownish-purple, 1/6"-1/4" across, borne on 2"-4" long racemes in March and April.

Source of plant

Forestfarm Nursery, Klyn Nurseries, Klyn Nurseries, Plant Collections Consortium, KY , Woodlanders Inc.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3