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redrock tarweed
Scientific Name: Deinandra arida
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Deinandra arida - Red Rock Tarweed
Deinandra arida, commonly known as Red Rock Tarweed, is an annual forb/herb belonging to the daisy or sunflower family (Asteraceae).
Considerations for Pets and Children
- A "Safe Plant Rating" indicates that Red Rock Tarweed is *not* considered safe for children, dogs, or cats.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Deinandra arida (D.D. Keck) B.G. Baldw.
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Previously classified as Hemizonia arida Keck
Distribution and Habitat
- Primarily found in Red Rock Canyon, Kern County, California.
- It has also been reported in adjacent areas.
Morphological Characteristics
- Deinandra arida is an annual herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
- It is a dicotyledonous plant.
Ecological Role
- Tarweeds, in general, are noted for their presence and ecological significance, although the specific text does not detail the precise nature of Deinandra arida's impact.
Related Species
- Other species in the genus Deinandra include:
- Deinandra corymbosa corymbosa (Coastal Tarweed)
- Deinandra increscens foliosa (Grassland Tarweed)
- Deinandra conjugens (Otay Tarweed)
Further Information
- Dave's Garden: A community for sharing gardening tips, ideas, seeds, and plants.
- CalPhotos: A resource for wildflower images, including Red Rock Tarweed.