Barestem Biscuitroot

Barestem biscuitroot is a perennial herb native to western North America, often found in open forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It grows from a thick taproot and produces low-growing rosettes of bluish leaves and tall, leafless stems topped with clusters of small yellow flowers in late spring to early summer. Historically, native peoples used the roots for food and the stems and seeds for medicinal and ceremonial purposes. Barestem biscuitroot thrives in well-drained soils and sunny habitats, providing early-season nectar for native pollinators while contributing to the ecological diversity of open woodland and meadow communities. It makes a unique statement in yards and gardens golden fireworks rising from a mound of bluish, wide, low leavees.