Pacific Blacksnakeroot
Sanicula crassicaulis
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Apiaceae
- Genus:
- Sanicula
- Species:
- Sanicula crassicaulis
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 4-6 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- feb, mar, apr, may, jun
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
Native Range
United States: California, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Agonopterix oregonensis
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Soak seeds in fresh water for 24 hours. Cold stratify in the refrigerator for 6 weeks.
Establishment: There are variations in the protocols, particularly in pre-treatment and germination rates. The chosen protocol is based on the higher germination rate. Seeds are collected between May 1st and July 1st. Mature inflorescences are brown. Fruits are rounded and prickly, 2 to 5 mm wide.
Source: npn.rngr.net