Plant: A small, low-spreading shrub 2 to 3 feet
tall. It
is one of the most characteristic plants of the Coastal Sage and
Southern
California Chaparral. It is cherished by bees and makes an
exceptionally
fine honey. Common. |
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Flowers: Has white to pinkish flowers in dense terminal
heads.
The warm-brown of the fruiting heads gives color to the drying
landscape. |
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Stem and Leaf: The many, narrow leaves are in bundles all
along the
stems. |
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Flowering period: |
April to October |
Use by Indians: |
Medicine for headache, stomach ache and as an eyewash. |
Can be found here: |
Big Canyon, Bayview Nature Trail, Back Bay Drive |
Native Plant: Yes |
Halophyte: No |
Family Name: Buckwheat |
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Date: 10/17/2005
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