Wasowski, Sally and Andy
Zizia aptera (Gray) Fern.
Meadow zizia, Heartleaf Alexanders, Meadow parsnip, Zizia
Apiaceae (Carrot Family)
A short-lived, branching
perennial with reddish stems, heart-shaped basal leaves and ternately divided
stem leaves. Tiny, yellow flowers in clusters, gather into large, flat-topped flower heads. The 1-3 ft. tall plants may occur singly or in clumps.
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial Habit: Herb Flower:
Fruit: Size Class: 1-3 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: May , Jun
Distribution
USA: AL , AR , CO , CT , DE , FL , GA , ID , IL , IN , IA , KY , MD , MI , MN , MS , MO , MT , NV , NJ , NY , NC , ND , OH , OK , OR , PA , RI , SC , SD , TN , UT , VA , WA , WV , WI , WY , DC
Canada: AB ,
MB ,
SK Native Distribution: NY to OH, WI, Man. & e. B.C., s. to GA, AR, n.e. NV & n.w. OR
Native Habitat: Moist prairies; open woods
USDA Native Status: L48(N), CAN(N) Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Sun , Part Shade , Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist
Soil Description: Moist, sandy or sandy-clay soils.
Conditions Comments: Tolerant of alkaline soils.
Last Update: 2009-02-19
