Prairie Bishop

Bifora americana

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Bifora
Species:
Bifora americana
USDA Symbol:
BIAM2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun,Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white

Reported Fauna Sightings

Butterflies:Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI