Bloodroot is a beautiful flower with roots that produce a red dye. Bloodroot is a beautiful wildflower of the Eastern woodlands that is fast becoming a popular flower for shade gardens. Its curious name comes from its blood-red sap, which was once used as a dye by Native Americans. The blooming time is March, April and May. This flowering plant has common names as Bloodwort, Coon Root, Snakebite, Sweet Slumber, Indian Plant or Red Puccoon Root.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Scientific Name: Sanguinaria canadensis