[2] It is native to North America, including much of Canada and the western United States, as well as parts of Asia.

This is a perennial herb producing a stiff, branching stem to heights between 10 and 60 centimeters.

The leaves are a few centimeters long and generally oval in shape with several rounded lobes toward the end.

The inflorescence is a spike or cluster of bright yellow flowers at the tip of each stem branch.

The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked, and the roots can have a horseradish-like flavor.