Some Common Plants of Upper Newport Bay

Western Goldenrod  (Euthamia occidentalis)
Plant: Stout perennial herb, from a rhizome, branched toward the top, not hairy, 1-1/2 to 6-1/2 feet tall.  Closely packed in colonies.
Flowers: Yellow in small clusters at the ends of the upper branches
Leaf: Alternate on stems, linear without stems, 1-1/2 to 3-1/2 inches long.  Lower leaves dry up early.
Flowering period:   August to November
Use by Indians:  
Can be found here: Back Bay Dr. near Big Canyon.
Native Plant: Yes Halophyte: No
Family Name: Sunflower
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Date: 9/14/2005