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southern mule-ears
Scientific Name: Agnorhiza ovata
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Southern Mule's Ears (Wyethia ovata)
Southern Mule's Ears, scientifically known as Wyethia ovata, is a perennial herb belonging to the Asteraceae (Sunflower) family. It is also referred to as Southern Wyethia.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is known as 'mule ears' for its large ears.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Scientific Name: Wyethia ovata (Torr. & A. Gray ex Torr.)
- Synonyms: Agnorhiza ovata
- Common Names: Southern Mule's Ears, Southern Wyethia, Mule Ears
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower family)
Distribution and Habitat:
- Native to the mountains and foothills of southern California.
- Found in Southern Utah and Nevada.
- Grows at elevations from 1200 to 6000 feet.
Morphological Characteristics:
- It is a little nondescript perennial that needs no care after the first few months of its life.
- Reaches an average height of 12 inches (30 cm).
- Features vivid greenish-yellow flowers.
- Evergreen plant, which means they keep their leaves year-round.
Ecological Role:
- It is a plant that can be seen in chaparral that constantly affected by wildfire.
Synonyms and Related Species:
- Agnorhiza bolanderi - Bolander's Mule's Ears
- Agnorhiza elata - Hall's Mule's Ears
- Agnorhiza reticulata - El Dorado Mule's Ears
- Wyethia angustifolia - Narrow Leaf Mule Ears
- Wyethia arizonica - Arizona Mule's Ears
- Wyethia bolanderi - Bolander's Mule's Ears
- Wyethia mollis - Mountain Mule's Ears
Quirky Facts:
- Fried Pies are sometimes called "mule ears,"
- The name "Mule deer" refers to its large ears and sturdy physique—as .