Osmorhiza longistylis Dc.

Much like no. 1 [Osmorhiza claytonii (Michx.) C. B. Clarke], but the fls a little larger and more numerous in each umbellet, the styles at anthesis ca 2 mm, much exceeding the pet, in fr nearly straight and parallel, 3-4 mm; plants anise-scented; 2n=22. Moist woods; Que. to Sask., s. to Ga., Tex. and Colo., commoner s. and w. May, June. (Washingtonia l.)

Rich, often alluvial woods and thickets. Woods, often along the sides of streams in Texas.

The roots are used for flavouring. They are also chewed and made into tea. The leaves and seeds can be added to salads as flavouring. The dry seeds are used in cakes, candies and liqueurs.

Can be grown by seedlings.