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Osmorhiza longistylis (Anise Root)

Longstyle Sweetroot, Aniseroot, Sweet-Cicely, Wild Licorice, Anise Root, Sweet Anise

Osmorhiza longistylis, Longstyle Sweetroot, Aniseroot, Sweet-Cicely, Wild Licorice, Anise Root, Sweet Anise
Osmorhiza longistylis, Longstyle Sweetroot, Aniseroot, Sweet-Cicely, Wild Licorice, Anise Root, Sweet Anise

Noted for its anise-scented fragrance, Osmorhiza longistylis (Anise Root) is a perennial herb with smooth stems clad with broad, bluntly toothed, fern-like leaves, 12 in. wide (30 cm), divided into 3 compound leaflets. Each compound leaflet is further divided into 3 subleaflets. Blooming for 2-3 weeks in late spring to early summer, compound umbels of tiny white flowers rise above the foliage on stalks from upper leaf axils. All plant parts (leaves, stems, roots) release a mild anise fragrance when rubbed. The flowers give way to 2-seeded fruits. Anise Root was widely used by Native Americans as a general tonic, and a remedy for a range of specific conditions. Roots, young leaves, flowers and seeds are edible. Because of their anise aroma, they are used as spices in many dishes and can be added to salads, soups, stews or desserts.

  • Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall and wide (60-90 cm).
  • Performs best in part shade, in deep, moist to mesic, fertile, well-drained soils. Tolerates full sun but prefers dappled shade.
  • Good for herb gardens, woodland gardens, naturalized areas, native plant gardens.
  • No serious pest or disease issues.
  • Native to North America.

Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 8
Plant Type Herbs, Perennials
Plant Family Apiaceae
Common names Sweet-Cicely
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 36" (90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Native Plants United States, New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Southwest, Southeast, Rocky Mountains, Northeast, Midwest, Iowa, South Dakota, Kansas, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, North Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Missouri, Wisconsin, Michigan, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage
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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 8
Plant Type Herbs, Perennials
Plant Family Apiaceae
Common names Sweet-Cicely
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Mid, Late)
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 36" (90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Native Plants United States, New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Southwest, Southeast, Rocky Mountains, Northeast, Midwest, Iowa, South Dakota, Kansas, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, North Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Missouri, Wisconsin, Michigan, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage
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