Fernleaf biscuitroot
Lomatium dissectum
46.909, -120.81
Field Notes
Description:
This unique flowering plant is in the carrot family (Apiaceae). Aka Fernleaf Desert-parsley has two flowering varieties dark purple and yellow. Consists of several rays with a flower cluster. Grows 2-5 ft tall with basal leaves that resemble ferns.
Habitat:
Spotted in a transitional area from sagebrush steppe to open pine forest.
Notes:
Lots of medicinal uses. From Wikipedia: A Lomatium dissectum root extract completely inhibited the cytopathic effects of rotavirus. It also showed antibiotic activity against Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Mycobacterium avium.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
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PublishedJune 6, 2021
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