Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
Yellow Wildflower
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Verbesina encelioides - Golden Crownbeard Verbesina encelioides - Golden Crownbeard
Scientific Name: Verbesina encelioides
Common Name: Golden Crownbeard, Cowpen Daisy
Flower Color: Yellow disks and rays
Plant Type: Herb, Annual
Height: To 40 inches (1 m) tall
Date Observed: June 12, 2004
Notes: The flower heads have 3-toothed rays and are up to 2 inches (5 cm) across. The leaves are silvery green and narrowly triangular with toothed margins. This native, weedy wildflower has a long blooming season and is often found growing in pastures.
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