Bowman's-Root - Gillenia trifoliata " (Rose family - Rosaceae) "
Bowman's-Root - Gillenia trifoliata " (Rose family - Rosaceae) " The twisted petals and stems give this plant an untidy appearance. In many instances the calyx is reddish. 2 -3 ft.
Rich woods. The root contains a very bitter substance and was used by Native Americans and colonists as a mild emetic and for this reason it is also called Indian Physic.
