Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
Yellow Wildflower
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Microseris lindleyi - Lindley's Silverpuffs Microseris lindleyi - Lindley's Silverpuffs
Scientific Name: Microseris lindleyi (Uropappus lindleyi, Microseris linearifolia)
Common Name: Lindley's Silverpuffs, Silver Puffs, Starpoint
Flower Color: Yellow
Plant Type: Herb, Annual
Height: To 1 foot (30 cm) tall
Date Observed: March 14, 2004
Notes: The flowers have pointed, green bracts that extend beyond the yellow rays to create star-like points. The seed heads are puffy, silvery spheres. The leaves are basal and linear to slightly pinnately lobed.
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