Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
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Polanisia dodecandra - Redwhisker Clammyweed Polanisia dodecandra - Redwhisker Clammyweed
Scientific Name: Polanisia dodecandra
Common Name: Redwhisker Clammyweed, Roughseed Clammyweed
Flower Color: White to cream
Plant Type: Herb, Annual
Height: To 3 feet (91 cm) tall
Date Observed: May 29, 2004
Notes: The 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) wide flowers are in terminal clusters and have 4 petals and up to 20 long, reddish stamens. The leaves are hairy, have 3 lanceolate leaflets, and are sticky and moist-feeling to the touch. The foliage has an unpleasant smell.
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