Collinsonia canadensis

closeup of Collinsonia flower
Photo Credit: 
David Rupert

Found in edge habitat in medium moisture soils. Clusters of tiny, but exquisitely detailed, yellow flowers in late summer. Large toothed leaves  on square stems. Both foliage and flowers are aromatic when crushed.

Seedling

Collinsonia canadensis seedling
Notice coarse veining and scalloped-serrated edges.
R. Parker

Mentioned in Solidago

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
horse balm
richweed
Type: 
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture: 
Moist
Light: 
Part Shade
Soil: 
Humus-rich Woodland

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