Clustered Blacksnakeroot (Sanicula Odorata) is a perennial herb in the Apiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Sanicula odorata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America, known for its clustered greenish-yellow flowers and compound leaves.

Clustered Blacksnakeroot

Clustered Blacksnakeroot

Sanicula Odorata

Sanicula odorata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America, known for its clustered greenish-yellow flowers and compound leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Clustered Blacksnakeroot

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Clustered Blacksnakeroot
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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae
Genus:Sanicula