Fernleaf Biscuitroot
NameFernleaf Biscuitroot
Species NameLomatium dissectum
Common NameFernleaf Biscuitroot
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)3
Container TypeNatural ground
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk FeaturesHerbaceous stems
Foliage TypeDeciduous
Height (cm)50
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNone
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesFinely dissected, fern-like leaves and prominent reddish-purple compound umbel flowers. This plant is a wild herbaceous perennial and not typically cultivated as a bonsai.
Description
This specimen of Fernleaf Biscuitroot is a herbaceous perennial plant featuring finely dissected, fern-like green foliage. It displays multiple upright stems topped with clusters of small, reddish-purple flowers arranged in compound umbels, growing in a natural, uncultivated setting. While not a traditional bonsai species, its multi-stemmed upright growth could be loosely interpreted as an informal upright form.
