From Flora of Indiana (1940) by Charles C. Deam

This plant is restricted almost entirely to the unglaciated part of the state. It is local to very local and grows on the bluffs of streams and on steep, wooded slopes. It is often found clinging to the brink of the top of steep, washed slopes and often is associated with Hydrangea.

Indiana Coefficient of Conservatism: C = 7

Wetland Indicator Status: FACU