Lomatium macrocarpum - Large-Fruited Lomatium
Description | Large-fruited lomatium, or biscuitroot, is a small, low-growing perennial in the carrot family that prefers dry, rocky areas. Delicate gray-green foliage emerges in late winter followed by an umbel of small, bright yellow blooms in early spring. |
Plant Type | Perennial. |
Flower Color | Yellow. |
Bloom Period | March-May |
Height at Maturity | 6-18" |
Plant Spacing | 12" |
Light Requirements | Sun to part shade. |
Moisture Needs | Dry. |
Soil Type |
Sandy to loamy. Does not grow well in clay. |