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Description
Lomatium Dasycarpum is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Apiaceae. It is commonly referred to as woollyfruit biscuitroot or woolly-fruited lomatium. Lomatium Dasycarpum is native to North America and is widely distributed across the western United States.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Lomatium |
Appearance
The Lomatium Dasycarpum plant grows up to 1 meter tall and has a woody stem. The leaves of the plant are fern-like and are about 30 cm long. The flowers are yellow-green and are arranged in umbels that can grow up to 15 cm wide. The fruit of the plant is a schizocarp that is about 10 mm long and is covered with dense woolly hairs.
Care Guide
Here are some care tips for growing Lomatium Dasycarpum:
- Water: Lomatium Dasycarpum prefers well-draining soil and does not require a lot of water. Water the plant only when the soil is dry to the touch.
- Fertilization: Lomatium Dasycarpum does not require fertilization.
- Soil: Lomatium Dasycarpum prefers well-draining soil that is slightly alkaline.
- Sunlight: Lomatium Dasycarpum prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Hardiness Zones: Lomatium Dasycarpum can grow in hardiness zones 4 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Lomatium Dasycarpum is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may be susceptible to root rot if grown in poorly draining soil.
Habitat
Lomatium Dasycarpum is found in a variety of habitats, including sagebrush steppe, coniferous forests, and desert scrub. It is often found growing on rocky slopes and in open meadows.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Lomatium Dasycarpum a drought-tolerant plant?
A: Yes, Lomatium Dasycarpum is drought-tolerant and can survive in dry conditions.
Q: What is the best time to plant Lomatium Dasycarpum?
A: The best time to plant Lomatium Dasycarpum is in the spring or fall.
Q: Can Lomatium Dasycarpum be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Lomatium Dasycarpum can be grown in containers as long as the soil is well-draining.
Q: Does Lomatium Dasycarpum attract pollinators?
A: Yes, Lomatium Dasycarpum attracts a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies.
Related Plants
- Lomatium utriculatum
- Lomatium triternatum
- Lomatium nudicaule
- Lomatium grayi
References
- USDA Plants Database. (n.d.). Lomatium dasycarpum. Retrieved from https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=LODA4
- Washington Native Plant Society. (n.d.). Lomatium dasycarpum. Retrieved from https://www.wnps.org/plant-directory/details/lomatium-dasycarpum
- Flora of North America. (n.d.). Lomatium dasycarpum. Retrieved from http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=250094623
