Osmorhiza aristata

Osmorhiza aristata

Native to:
China, India, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Kuril Is., Nepal, North Caucasus, Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Osmorhiza
Species:
Osmorhiza aristata
USDA Symbol:
OSAR2

Growth Characteristics

Height:
90 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
good drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers shaded woodland areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.