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dwarf coastweed
Scientific Name: Amblyopappus pusillus
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Amblyopappus pusillus: Dwarf Coastweed
Amblyopappus pusillus, commonly known as dwarf coastweed, is a unique and interesting plant with specific characteristics.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Amblyopappus pusillus Hook. & Arn.
- Common Name: Dwarf coastweed, Pineapple weed
- Family: Asteraceae (Daisy or Sunflower family)
- Genus: Amblyopappus (monotypic, meaning it contains only one species)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted species
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Baja California, Mexico.
- Found in California, specifically Orange County.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Annual plant.
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
- Size: 3-40 cm
- Glabrous or glandular
- Sticky odor
Quirky Facts
- One source refers to Dwarf Coastweed as "Pineapple Weed".
Further Information
- Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Amblyopappus pusillus.
- CalPhotos: Contains photos of Amblyopappus pusillus.
- Wikipedia: Contains information on Amblyopappus.