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woolly easterbonnets

Scientific Name: Antheropeas wallacei

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Eriophyllum wallacei: Woolly Daisy and Woolly Easterbonnets

Eriophyllum wallacei, a member of the daisy family (Asteraceae), is commonly known as woolly daisy or woolly easterbonnets. This small plant is notable for its woolly or hairy texture.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text describes the plant as a "tiny, gray, woolly tufted plant," suggesting a potentially attractive texture for pets, which might encourage chewing or ingestion.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is characterized as "tiny" and "woolly," potentially making it appealing to young children who might be inclined to touch or ingest it.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Eriophyllum wallacei (A. Gray) A. Gray
  • Synonyms:
    • Antheropeas wallacei (A. Gray) Rydb.
    • Eriophyllum wallacei (A. Gray) A. Gray
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster or Sunflower Family)

Common Names

  • Woolly daisy
  • Woolly easterbonnets
  • Wallace's woolly daisy
  • Wallace's woolydaisy
  • White Easterbonnet (for *Antheropeas lanosum*)

Morphology and Growth

  • The plant is described as a "tiny, gray, woolly tufted plant" with small golden-yellow flower heads.
  • It is typically an annual forb/herb.
  • Leaves are described as "alternate simple woolly leaves" with entire margins and obovate to spatulate leaf blades, sometimes 3-lobed.
  • The faces of the leaves are woolly.
  • Heads are usually borne singly.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant grows in the eastern Mojave Desert and other regions of the west and southwest USA.

Quirky Facts

  • One source associates Eriophyllum wallacei with "optimism" and "sturdy good cheer," suggesting a traditional or symbolic association of the plant with positive emotions.

Associated Species

  • Antheropeas lanosum (White Easterbonnets) is a related species.

Further Resources

  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a source for gardening tips and ideas.
  • USDA is listed as a source of information, as well as the National Biological Information Infrastructure.