Lomatium utriculatum, commonly known as common lomatium or spring gold, is a perennial herb native to a variety of habitats in western North America, from British Columbia to California, including open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal bluffs. It typically grows up to 1.5 feet tall and features a basal rosette of finely dissected leaves. The plant produces clusters of small, bright yellow flowers in webbed umbels that bloom from February to June, which are quite showy and attract a variety of pollinators.

Common lomatium is valued for its early spring flowers, which can enliven a garden when little else is in bloom. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping and native plant gardens. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils. While it is not commonly used in large-scale cultivation, it can be an excellent addition to rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover in suitable climates. The plant has a history of use by Native American groups as a food source and for medicinal purposes, particularly for its antiviral properties. Care should be taken when locating common lomatium as it can be sensitive to overwatering and may suffer from root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0