Characteristics:  Bitterroot is the state flower of Montana and is a perennial wildflower with large pink blooms.   It was collected during the Lewis and Clark Expedition hence the name of the Genus.  Plants are small, with green succulent leaves, growing to 2 to 3 inches in height. 

Cultivation:  This species is very drought tolerant and prefers a gravelly rapidly draining soil.    Allow plants to go dormant after blooming.

Native Range:  Western States

Landscape Uses:   Rock Garden