Yellow Root Plant (Xanthorhiza Simplicissima) – 1 Gallon Pot

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A North American native shrub occurring from New York and south to Florida, Xanthorhiza simplicissima, commonly called Yellowroot, might be found growing along streambanks and around other moist but well-drained woodland areas in its native habitat. It is a spreading shrub that typically grows 2 to 3 feet tall and up to 8 feet wide, featuring attractive parsley or celery-like leaves up to 7 inches long, making it an excellent, lush border or groundcover plant in shady landscape or woodland settings and naturalized areas. From early to mid-spring, drooping panicles of dusty lavender-purple star-shaped flowers adorn the plant. With the arrival of cooler temperatures in fall, the foliage turns to showy yellow and/or red to reddish-purple shades. We’ve seen no major pest or disease problems, and you might be happy to know the deer tend to avoid this plant.

The common name, Yellowroot, comes from the plant’s yellow roots. The roots and stems can be used in dye making, and the stems have also been used in basket weaving. 

Growing upright to about 2 to 3 feet tall and spreading 8 feet or more wide, Yellow Root Plant is ideal for use as a border or groundcover in partially shaded landscape and woodland borders. It is perfect for adding a lush look along the moist backs of streams, creeks, and other bodies of water.