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Hoover's western rosinweed

Scientific Name: Calycadenia hooveri

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

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Calycadenia hooveri

Calycadenia hooveri, commonly known as Hoover's western rosinweed, is a flowering plant species belonging to the daisy family (Asteraceae).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Calycadenia hooveri G.D. Carr
  • Family: Asteraceae (Daisy Family)
  • Common Name: Hoover's western rosinweed
  • Synonyms: Includes references to Calycadenia mollis in some contexts.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Calycadenia hooveri is endemic to California, particularly the Sierra Nevada region.
  • It is also found in Oregon.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Calycadenia hooveri is described as a forb/herb, specifically an annual herb.
  • It is also described as a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • It is sometimes referred to as "soft western rosinweed."

Ecological Role

  • The plant is listed as a species of concern in some regions, indicating its conservation status.
  • It is a component of various plant communities and habitats in California.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Calycadenia hooveri serves as a food source for some organisms, as indicated by references to "Feed Hoover's western rosinweed."
  • It is also associated with specific animal species, such as the tricolored blackbird.

Quirky Facts

  • The text links the plant to Herbert Hoover NHS (National Historic Site), suggesting its presence in West Branch, Iowa, although its primary range is in California.