Ericameria linearifolia (Narrowleaf Goldenbush)

a.k.a Haplopappus linearifolius

Photographs

My photos:

These two plants were growing in Joshua Tree in March. In the plant below, you can see the remains of last year's flowers.

More photos:

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Plant Information

Asteraceae

In the garden:

a much-branched shrub to 5 feet. This evergreen is found on the ground and has narrow green foliage. Beautiful display of yellow flowers from March to May.

In the wild:

Arid slopes and banks, rocky or sandy soils, mostly below 6000 feet. I've seen it at Aliso-Wood Canyon on the upper slopes.

Ethnobotany:

Field Trips
Anza Borrego Caspers Holy Jim Canyon Idyllwild
Joshua Tree Mt Palomar Rancho Santa Ana Torrey Pines

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