Zizia aptera

Heart-Leaved Meadow Parsnip

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This member of the carrot family blooms from May to June with flat heads of small yellow flowers. It provides wonderful contrast to other native plants in the landscape. The heart-shaped basal foliage is semi-evergreen, glossy and thick and looks similar to Lenten Rose. It is a host plant for the Black Swallowtail butterfly. Grows naturally in drier prairies so, does well in dry, lightly shaded areas.

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Height
12-20 Inches

Spread
24- Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color
Medium Yellow

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-7

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions

Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), Wild Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens), Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis), Squaw-weed (Packera obovatus)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

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FACU

Nature Attracting

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Butterfly

Season of Interest

•	Late (July-frost)
•	Mid (May-June)

Soil Moisture

•	Average
•	Moderate

Special Uses

•	Dried Flower
•	Fresh Cut Flower

Sun Exposure

•	Medium Sun/Average Shade

USFS MO Ecological Map

•	Osage Plains
•	Central Dissected Till Plain
•	Ozark Highlands

Wildlife Benefit

•	Butterfly Host