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| Scientific Name | Croptilon divaricatum | USDA PLANTS Symbol | CRDI17 |
| Common Name | Slender Scratch-daisy, Goldenweed | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 501796 |
| Family | Asteraceae (Sunflower) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description | Habitat: Sandy soils in woods, usually in openings, along roadsides, banks, and fencerows. Plant: Erect branched annual, 6 to 12 inches tall. Leaves: Mostly basal leaves are linear and alternate, 1 to 1-1/2 inches long; margins usually toothed and with glandular hairs, rarely smooth. Inflorescence: Composite flower heads 3/8 to 5/8 inch across, with 5 to 11 yellow rays and 14 to 22 yellow disk florets in the center. Bloom Period: June to December. References: "Wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country" by Marshall Enquist and SEINet. |
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Texas Status: Native |
