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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Manitoba, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

Native

Introduced

Lomatium macrocarpumLomatium macrocarpum

Bigseed Biscuitroot

In Stock: 0.715 lb (Total:0.715lb)

Lomatium macrocarpum

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0.72 lb ID

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

44,253

Quantity:

0.72 lb

Collected in:

Idaho

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835328

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Manitoba, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oregon, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

Native

Introduced

Discover the captivating allure of Lomatium macrocarpum, commonly known as Bigseed Biscuitroot—a must-have for your rock garden or prairie project. Native to western North America, this perennial herb thrives in the dry, open, rocky areas of the Great Plains and beyond. With its sprawling or upright form reaching heights of up to 2 ft, Bigseed Biscuitroot is marked by its lacy, intricately divided gray-green foliage that adds a touch of elegance to any landscape. Between April and June, its compound umbels boast an array of small, grayish-white, purplish-white, or occasionally yellow flowers, attracting a diverse range of pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Renowned for its hardy taproot system, this species is perfectly adapted to survive in demanding conditions, including thin soils. The plant's nutritious roots served as a vital food source for indigenous tribes and continue to be appreciated today. Despite its delicate appearance, Bigseed Biscuitroot is easy to cultivate, requiring minimal maintenance once established. Its ability to attract the Anise Swallowtail butterfly as a larval host makes it not only a beautiful but ecologically beneficial addition to your garden. Add a touch of the wild to your space with Bigseed Biscuitroot—a testament to nature's resilience and beauty.