American gromwell

Lithospermum latifolium is a member of the genus Lithospermum and is native to regions including Ontario, Quebec, and several U.S. states such as Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. The species was first described in 1803 by the botanist Michx. It is commonly found in calcareous forest environments and is part of the borage family, Boraginaceae. This herbaceous plant is characterized by its tall, hairy stems and small yellow flowers that bloom in late spring.