About This Plant
As one of the earliest spring ephemerals, Bloodroot provides pollen for early emergent insects like mining bees. The brilliant white petals will close at night and on cloudy, rainy days when insects are less likely to be out. Once the flower fades, the palmate, deeply-veined leaf will continue to grow. The sap of this plant is bright red, hence its name.
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Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
The roots of Bloodroot have a high poison severity if consumed. Touching the roots does not induce poison symptoms | The red sap of Bloodroot has been used by Native Americans to make dyes
Alternate Names
Red Puccoon Root, Pauson, Tetterwort,
