Description
An attractive addition to the shade garden or naturalized woodland site, this native has coarse, lobed, blue-green leaves and striking white spring blooms.
Sanguinaria canadensis, commonly called bloodroot, is a stemless, rhizomatous, Missouri native wildflower which blooms in early spring in rich woods and along streams throughout the State.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | bloodroot, Puccoon, Red Puccoon |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 0.50 to 0.75 feet |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | March to April |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Sanguanaria canadensis care
Best massed in shaded areas of woodland, wildflower, native plant or rock gardens where plants can be left alone and allowed to naturalize.Sometimes included in herb gardens because of medicinal properties.
| Sunlight | Part shade to full shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 50F (10C). |
| Fertilizer | apply any organic fertilizer |
Sanguanaria canadensis special feature
No serious insect or disease problems.
Sanguanaria canadensis uses
Medicinal Use:
- specifically skin cancer