The Official Montana State Flower

Lewisia rediviva

The Lewisia rediviva, also known as the bitterroot, is the official state flower of Montana. It is a wildflower that grows in the western parts of North America. It was given the distinction of becoming the state flower of Montana in 1895. It was named after Meriwether Lewis, an explorer sent by the United States government during the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804-1806. It is a low-growing perennial plant with white or pink flowers that bloom in the spring. It has fleshy leaves that store water, allowing it to survive in dry climates. The flowers of the plant have five petals and a yellow center. The plant grows from a single root and spreads by producing new plants from its root. The Lewisia rediviva is an important food source to the native peoples of the region and has been used for medicinal purposes by many tribes. It is an important part of Montana's heritage and is an enduring symbol of its wild beauty.

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