Other common names:
Golden Meadow Parsnip Other scientific names: Smyrnium aureum, Thaspium aureum French names:
Zizia doré Family: Parsley Family (Apiaceae) Flowers: Summer; Yellow; 5 parts (petals) Leaves: Alternate Height:
60-90 cm (23-35 in) Habitat: Fields and Open Areas, Wet Areas Grows in Sun/Shade:
Sun Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 226 Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: aurea: golden For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers Photographs:
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Golden Alexanders flower head.
Photograph by Graham Buck
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