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Xanthorhiza simplicissima
Yellowroot
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Latin Name: Xanthorhiza simplicissima
Synonyms: X. apiifolia. Zanthorrhiza apiifolia.
Common Name: Yellowroot
Family: Ranunculaceae(Click to Search)
Author: Marsh.
Known Hazards: The root, when taken in high doses, is potentially toxic[222].
Habitat: Damp woods, thickets and the banks of streams[43].
Mature Height: 1
Mature Width: 3
Habit: Shrub
Landscaping and Planting:
- This plant variety generally cannot be successfully grown in areas where the soil quality is of a poor standard, ie lacking in sufficient nutrients.
- This plant variety does not tolerate heavy clay soils.
- This variety can be grown in anything from a light to a heavy soil mixture.
- A well drained soil is not required to successfully grow this variety.
- When supplied optimal conditions, this variety is considered to have a fast growth rate.
- This variety can be grown in just about any position from full shade to full sun.
- It is preferable to plant this variety in a moist to wet position.
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