Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Apiaceae

Genus:

Bupleurum

Species:

Bupleurum americanum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, rocky or sandy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found in open, rocky areas