Deltoid Balsamroot
Balsamorhiza deltoidea
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Balsamorhiza
- Species:
- Balsamorhiza deltoidea
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 3-4 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
Native Range
United States: California, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia
Reported Fauna Sightings
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, rocky or sandy soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- thrives in open, sunny habitats
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Sow seeds into cone-tainers filled with Sunshine #1 (a peat-based media) amended with micro-nutrients (Micromax) and a slow-release fertilizer (Osmocote 14-14-14). Cover with poly-ethylene bags and place in a walk-in cooler for 90 days. Alternatively, outdoor cold-moist stratification for 90 days can be used. Use of smoke water can improve germination.
Establishment: Seed collection occurs mid-July through October. Use bird netting over seed production field to prevent birds from taking all viable seed. Cut heads individually as they ripen. Heads are ripe when seed will loosen with light rubbing. Found in grassy slopes, open forests, shrubby areas from California to British Columbia.
Source: npn.rngr.net