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Foothill desert-parsley

Lomatium utriculatum

Foothill desert-parsley is a special plant that grows in dry areas. It has pretty yellow flowers that look like tiny umbrellas and can be found in the foothills of mountains.

Habitat: Desert

Appearance

The Foothill desert-parsley has delicate clusters of tiny bright yellow flowers atop slender, branched stems. Its leaves are finely divided, fern-like, and green, forming a low basal rosette. This feathery, airy appearance helps it stand out against dry, rocky soils.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderApialesFamilyApiaceaeGenusLomatium
Foothill desert-parsley
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Foothill desert-parsley

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Even its scientific name, Lomatium, describes its distinctive seeds!

Indigenous people traditionally ate the roots and used parts for medicine.

Its flat-topped flower clusters are called umbels, like tiny nature's umbrellas!

The seeds have papery wings, helping them fly far away on the wind.

Special abilities

Ability

Root Power

Foothill desert-parsley has a deep taproot that helps it store water, allowing it to survive long dry periods in the desert.

Ability

Scent Shield

It produces a strong, characteristic aroma from its leaves that might deter some hungry animals from munching on it.

Ability

Spring Sprinter

Foothill desert-parsley can sprout and bloom very early in spring, completing its life cycle before the desert heat becomes too intense.

Measurements & details

Height
10-40 cm
Spread
15-30 cm
Flower Size
0.2-0.5 cm
Bloom Season
Spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Annual
Pollination Method
Insect

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Do not touch plants without asking an adult, as some plants can be prickly or cause allergies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Foothill desert-parsley?

10-40 cm

How wide does Foothill desert-parsley spread?

15-30 cm

How big are the flowers on Foothill desert-parsley?

0.2-0.5 cm

When does Foothill desert-parsley bloom?

Spring

Is Foothill desert-parsley edible?

Yes

Is Foothill desert-parsley toxic?

None

What is Foothill desert-parsley's lifecycle?

Annual

How is Foothill desert-parsley pollinated?

Insect

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