Hydrastis canadensis (Golden Seal)
Botanical Information
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Hydrastis |
| Species | canadensis |
| Category | Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Southeastern United States of America. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Used in pre-colonized North America for treatment of cancer, dyspepsia and general malaise. Was used as a yellow dye by colonists and Europeans which lead to threat of extinction due to over-collection of the plant. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 1a - 7 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -40 - (-7) |
| Temperature (°F) | -40 - 20 |
| Height | 25 - 30 cm |
| Spread | 25 - 30 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
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