Amblyolepsis stigera
Family: Asteraceae
Plant Description: Annual, slender, to 30 cm or higher with mostly oblong or ovate leaves 2-6 cm long, dusty green, alternate, without petioles, margins entire. Upper leaves sometimes clasping stem. Heads solitary often clustered on a single receptacle; 3-4 cm wide. Disks and rays yellow. Pappus usually 5 tiny scales
Plant Trivia: Common in wildflower mixes. It contains toxic molecules that interfere with blood clotting.
Field Identification: Fragrant, attractive in cluster.
Occurrence: Frequent on sandy loam or caliche in prairies and openings.
Bloom Period: February-June
Plant Use: Landscape plant; good nectar source for wildlife.
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