Plant: Low perennial shrub with many branches, prostrate with
many
leaves. |
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Flowers: Green, female flowers in axils, male flowers in
small clusters
at the stem ends. |
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Fruit: Many small bright red flame shapped. |
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Leaf: Alternate on stems, elliptic shaped, 3/8 to 1-1/4
inches long
with short stems. Wavy margins are slightly toothed. |
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Flowering period: |
April to December |
Can be found here: |
Big Canyon, Back Bay Dr., Bayview Nature Trail |
Native Plant: No |
Halophyte: Yes |
Family Name: Goosefoot |
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Date: 8/29/2010
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