Osmorhiza obtusa (Umbelliferae)

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Osmorhiza obtusa
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The Osmorhiza obtusa plant species is found in N. America - Newfoundland and Labrador to New Brunswick and Quebec, south to California and Arizona. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family.

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Latin Name:  Osmorhiza obtusa
Family:  Umbelliferae
Author:  (Coult.&Rose.)Fern.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Shady or partly shady areas, often on slopes and in valleys, from Alaska to California[43, 85].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any deep moisture-retentive soil in sun or dappled shade[200]. Well suited to naturalistic plantings in a woodland or wild garden[200]. A sweetly aromatic plant[200].

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