Erechtites glomerata
(Australasian fireweed)
Erechtites glomerata
(Australasian fireweed)
Asteraceae
Abundance:
Scarce
Distribution:
Central Valley in upper reaches of
Cañada Christy drainage and east of Centinela; south side in Cañada de los
Sauces, Coches Prietos Canyon, Willows Canyon, Johnson Canyon, Pozo Canyon,
Horqueta Canyon and on Sierra Blanca ridge, north side on Pelican trail and
south west of Pelican Bay
Photos
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| The mature Erechtites glomerata plant in bloom with dandelion like heads (see larger image). | An example the leaves of Erechtites glomerata. The undersides often turn purple. |
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| The flowers of Erechtites glomerata. | Erechtites glomerata seedling. |
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Additional distribution information provided by USGS Channel Islands Field Station 2002 - 2003
Original distribution information based on "A Flora of
Santa Cruz Island" Steve Junak et al. Web design by Ken Owen
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