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Arrowleaf Balsamroot
(Balsamorhiza sagittata)

Form:
To 2 1/2 feet tall, many basal leaves and flowers (one flower per
stem)

Leaves:
Large arrow-shaped velvety leaves, olive-green
on both sides. 10-12 inches long and 2-4 inches wide.

Flower:
Yellow 2-4 inches across, composite, one flower per stem. flowers rise above leaves.

Habitat:
Very common, dry hillsides and meadows.
Season:
Late spring, (May-June)
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