Status: Native
Synonyms:
Osmorhiza nuda Torrey
Washingtonia obtusa Coulter & Rose
Osmorhiza depauperata is a perennial with roots that have
an aroma distinctly reminiscent of licorice. The flowers are white and the fruits are club-shaped.
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Osmorhiza depauperata, photo Russ Kleinman, Black Range, Railroad Cyn., May 7, 2008
Osmorhiza depauperata, detail of inflorescence, photo Russ Kleinman, Black Range, Railroad Cyn., May 7, 2008
Osmorhiza depauperata, clavate fruits, photo Russ Kleinman, Black Range, Railroad Cyn., May 7, 2008
Osmorhiza depauperata, micro of fruits, photo Russ Kleinman, Black Range, Railroad Cyn., May 7, 2008
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