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Bowmans Root (Gillenia trifoliata)

BOWMAN'S ROOT
Gillenia trifoliata Rose  Family  Rosaceae
May - July common
Description: From 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 feet tall. Leaves are divided into 3 toothed pointed segments and almost stalk less. Flowers have 4 long slender petals. It contains emetic and has been used medicinally.

Location: Woods, roadsides and banks
 
 
Bowman's Root
Bowman's Root
Bowman's Root
Bowman's Root
Note leaves (trifoliata)

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