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Common Name (s):  Yellowroot, Brook-feather        

Botanical Name: Xanthorhiza simplicissima           

Family: Ranunculaceae

Type:  Perennial; small, woody spreading shrub

Bloom:  Mid spring

Flower Color(s):  Purple, brown

Sun Exposure: Part shade

Plant Hardiness Zones:  3 to 9

Plant Height and Spacing:  2 to 3 feet; 6 feet to 10 feet

Planting Requirements: Prefers well-draining, sandy, silty, moist soil.

Special Note (s):  Yellowroot is a native plant that provides shelter and food for wildlife such as birds and small mammals. It is usually found near wetlands or streams. It can be used as a groundcover for slopes or embankments.