Devil's Blacksnakeroot

Sanicula saxatilis

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Sanicula
Species:
Sanicula saxatilis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Biennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
apr, may, jun
Bloom Colors:
Orange, Yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
typically found in rocky outcrops and slopes