Carrotleaf Biscuitroot
NameCarrotleaf Biscuitroot
Species NameLomatium dissectum
Common NameCarrotleaf Biscuitroot
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typeground
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem, reddish coloration
Foliage Typefinely dissected
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive reddish-purple umbel flowers and finely dissected, aromatic foliage.
Description
This wild specimen of Carrotleaf Biscuitroot displays finely dissected, fern-like green foliage and a prominent central stalk topped with clusters of deep reddish-purple flowers arranged in an umbel. While not a cultivated bonsai, its natural upright growth habit could conceptually align with an informal-upright style if it were to be trained.
