Status: Exotic
Synonyms:
None
Scorzonera laciniata is found in disturbed areas in low to mid elevations.
It is similar to Tragopogon dubius, but S. laciniata has cobwebby-hairy phyllaries in
about 4 unequal series that are shorter than the ray flowers. The stem leaves are entire, the
basal leaves are pinnatifid or pinnately compound. The pappus is several thin scales that appear
like capillary bristles. Andrew Tree has found the first
occurrence of this exotic in Grant County. It is known from almost everywhere else in the state.
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Scorzonera laciniata, photo Andrew Tree, Silver City, 7th and A Street, January 30, 2024
Scorzonera laciniata, habit, photo Andrew Tree, Silver City, 7th and A Street, January 30, 2024
Scorzonera laciniata, ligulate flowerhead, photo Andrew Tree, Silver City, 7th and A Street, January 30, 2024
Scorzonera laciniata, ligulate flowerhead, photo Andrew Tree, Silver City, 7th and A Street, January 30, 2024
Scorzonera laciniata, entire stem leaf, photo Andrew Tree, Silver City, 7th and A Street, January 30, 2024
Scorzonera laciniata, basal leaf with dissected margin, photo Andrew Tree, Silver City, 7th and A Street, January 30, 2024
Scorzonera laciniata, florets with pappus, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City, 7th and A Street, January 30, 2024
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