Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness
Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences
Hymenoxys bigelovii (Gray) Parker
(Bigelow's Rubberweed)
Family: Asteraceae
Status: Native
Synonyms:
Actinella bigelovii Gray
Macdougalia bigelovii (Gray) Heller
Hymenoxys bigelovii is a erect perennial of mid to higher elevations. The leaves
are mostly basal and grayish in color. The flowerheads are mostly solitary with yellow rays
and yellow discs. It prefers dry slopes.
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Hymenoxys bigelovii, photo Russ Kleinman, Mogollon Mtns., Bursum Road, Apr. 19, 2008
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