What is the state flower of Montana?

The state flower of Montana is the bitterroot. This beautiful flower, with its delicate pink and white petals, blooms in the rocky, mountainous regions of Montana, often at high altitudes. The bitterroot was a staple food for many Native American tribes and has significant cultural importance. The flower grows in dry, rocky soils, and its roots were historically used for medicinal purposes. In 1895, the bitterroot was designated as Montana’s state flower to symbolize the state’s rugged natural beauty and historical connection to indigenous cultures.