Balsamorrhiza hookeri Balsam root (Compositae)

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Balsamorrhiza hookeri
Balsam root
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The Balsamorrhiza hookeri plant species is found in Western and Central N. America It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Balsam root. Some home gardeners know the variety as B. hirsuta.

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Latin Name:  Balsamorrhiza hookeri
Common Name:  Balsam root
Family:  Compositae
Author:  (Hook.)Nutt.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Dry rock outcrops in foothills and lowlands[60].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a deep fertile well-drained loam in full sun[134, 200]. Plants strongly resent winter wet[134, 200]. Hardy to at least -25°c[200]. Plants are intolerant of root disturbance and should be planted into their permanent positions whilst still small[134].

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