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Balsam Root (Balsamorhiza hookeri) is a perennial herb native to the western United States, specifically found in California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington. Balsam Root (Latin: Balsamorhiza hookeri) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Balsam Root is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Balsam Root is a member native to CAL, IDA, NEV, ORE, UTA, and WAS. Balsam Root thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils that are light (sandy) to medium-textured.
Balsam Root grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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