Quick answer: Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is native to 9 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Part Shade, Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Moist-Wet |
| Soil | Moist to mesic, well-drained, humus-rich soils, neutral pH |
| Bloom | Bloom Mar-Apr |
| Height | Up to 2 ft tall |
| Wildlife value | Seeds dispersed by ants |
Rhizome poisonous, may be fatal if ingested. Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, faintness, dizziness, dilated pupils, fainting, diarrhea, heart failure. Toxic principle: isoquinoline alkaloids
none noted (spreads rapidly as groundcover, not flagged invasive)
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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