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Balsamorhiza sagittata
ARROWLEAF BALSAMROOT

SKU: 1471-020
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Balsamorhiza sagittata is a North American species of flowering plant known by the common name arrowleaf balsamroot, and sometimes called Oregon sunflower. It is widespread across western Canada and much of the western United States.

This is a taprooted perennial herb growing a hairy stems, and a barky root that may extend over 2 metres (6.5') deep into the soil. The silvery-gray basal leaves are large, approaching 50 cm (20 in) in maximum length. The showy flowers bloom from May to July. 

Coming into season in late spring, all of the plant can be eaten, particularly the leaves (raw or cooked), roots (cooked), and the seeds, raw or pounded into flour. It can be bitter and pine-like in taste. The leaves are best collected when young and can carry a citrus flavor. Some sources suggest ingesting large quantities can lead to minor digestive discomfort.

Under the name Okanagan Sunflower, it is the official flower emblem of the city of Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada.

Type: Hardy perennial

Hardiness zone: 4-7

Height: 24", 60cm

Location: Sun

Seeds per pack: 20

Balsamorhiza sagittata
ARROWLEAF BALSAMROOT

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Balsamorhiza sagittata is a North American species of flowering plant known by the common name arrowleaf balsamroot, and sometimes called Oregon sunflower. It is widespread across western Canada and much of the western United States.

This is a taprooted perennial herb growing a hairy stems, and a barky root that may extend over 2 metres (6.5') deep into the soil. The silvery-gray basal leaves are large, approaching 50 cm (20 in) in maximum length. The showy flowers bloom from May to July. 

Coming into season in late spring, all of the plant can be eaten, particularly the leaves (raw or cooked), roots (cooked), and the seeds, raw or pounded into flour. It can be bitter and pine-like in taste. The leaves are best collected when young and can carry a citrus flavor. Some sources suggest ingesting large quantities can lead to minor digestive discomfort.

Under the name Okanagan Sunflower, it is the official flower emblem of the city of Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada.

Type: Hardy perennial

Hardiness zone: 4-7

Height: 24", 60cm

Location: Sun

Seeds per pack: 20