Xanthorhiza is a compact, suckering shrub that typically reaches a height of 60cm while expanding to a width of 1.5m or greater. The foliage consists of vibrant green, deeply lobed leaves that can display red, yellow, orange, or purple hues in the fall. In spring, as new leaves emerge, clusters of star-shaped purple-brown flowers dangle gracefully from the branches.

Xanthorhiza

Xanthorhiza simplicissima is a compact, suckering shrub that reaches a height of about 60 cm while expanding to over 1.5 m in width. It features vibrant green leaves with deep lobes, which can display shades of red, yellow, orange, or purple during the fall. In spring, as new foliage emerges, clusters of star-shaped, purple-brown flowers dangle from the branches.