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honeycombhead
Scientific Name: Balduina
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
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Purple Honeycomb-head (Balduina atropurpurea)
The Purple Honeycomb-head, scientifically known as Balduina atropurpurea, is a wildflower belonging to the Asteraceae (sunflower) family. It's a native herbaceous annual, biennial, or perennial with a taproot. Other names for this plant include purple balduina and bog.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is part of the Asteraceae (Composite Sunflower) family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Balduina atropurpurea Harper
- Common Name: Purple Honeycomb-head
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster or Composite Sunflower family)
- Synonyms/Alternative Names: Purple Balduina, Bog
Distribution and Habitat
While not explicitly stated in the provided text, it is implied that Balduina atropurpurea, like other Balduina species, is found in North America.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Herbaceous annual, biennial, or perennial plant with a taproot.
- An upright, hairy, perennial plant.
Related Species
- Coastal Honeycomb-head (Balduina angustifolia): A similar species with yellow disk flowers that grows on sand ridges and dunes.
- One-flowered Honeycombhead (Balduina uniflora): Another species of Balduina.