Sclerocarpus uniserialis
Family: Asteraceae
Plant Description: Annual to 1 m high with ovate leaves, opposite, (upper leaves alternate), 2 -8 cm long. Flower heads solitary; 3 – 4.5 cm wide. Stems weak and sprawling. Orange-yellow Disk and ray flowers.
Plant Trivia:
Field Identification: Straggly plant. Noticeable characteristics of this species are the loose phyllaries. Resembles a large Wedelia plant. Ray flowers separate mor than most astres.
Occurrence: Frequent on loamy soil, sands and caliche in pastures and woods
Bloom Period: Year-round
Plant Use: Attractive butterfly nectar plant. Grown s an ornamental. Fragrant flower.
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