Bloodroot is a perennial flowering plant native to North America, known scientifically as Sanguinaria canadensis. It typically grows in wooded areas and features distinctive white flowers that bloom in early spring. The plant's leaves are large and lobed, emerging from the ground alongside the flowers. The name "bloodroot" comes from the red-orange sap found in its rhizome, which has been used traditionally by some Indigenous peoples for various purposes, including dye and medicinal applications. However, caution is advised, as the plant can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.