Arrowleaf Balsamroot

Balsamorhiza sagittata

Feeds the food chain

A larval host plant. The caterpillars it raises are the primary food source for baby songbirds.

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About Arrowleaf Balsamroot

Arrowleaf Balsamroot is a native wildflower. Reaches 30–60 cm at maturity. Supports bees, butterflies and caterpillars (as a larval host). Deer tend to leave it alone.

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