Wasatch desertparsley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Wasatch desertparsley |
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| Lomatium bicolor var. leptocarpum | |
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Lomatium bicolor
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| Lomatium bicolor (S. Wats.) Coult. & Rose
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Lomatium bicolor, also known as Wasatch desertparsley, is a type of plant that grows from the ground each year. It belongs to the Apiaceae family, which is also known as the carrot or parsley family. This plant has two main types, or varieties: Lomatium bicolor var. leptocarpum and Lomatium bicolor var. bicolor.
About Wasatch Desertparsley
Wasatch desertparsley is a fascinating plant found in parts of the Western United States. It's known for its unique flowers and how it grows.
What it Looks Like
This plant typically grows to be about 20 to 50 centimeters tall. That's roughly the height of a ruler or two rulers stacked together! Its stems start right from the ground and then split into different branches.
The flowers of the Wasatch desertparsley are yellow. They grow in clusters called umbels. An umbel looks a bit like an upside-down umbrella, where all the flower stalks come from a single point. The petals of these yellow flowers are quite wide.
The plant's leaves have long stems called petioles. These petioles are usually between 9 and 14 centimeters long. The plant itself can be smooth or slightly rough to the touch.
Where it Grows
You can find Wasatch desertparsley in several areas of the Western United States. It's common in the Great Basin region, which covers parts of Nevada, Utah, and other nearby states. It also grows in California. This plant is special because it is endemic to the United States, meaning it naturally grows only in this country.
