Annuals or biennials, 30–70 cm. Phyllaries 8(–12), mostly linear to narrowly oblanceolate. Rays 0. Disc florets 10–20; corollas creamy to bright yellow, mostly 4–4.5 mm, lobe lengths 0.3–1 times throats; anthers yellowish. Cypselae 2.5–4+ mm; pappus scales 3–5 mm. 2n = 24.

Phenology: Flowering summer–fall.
Habitat: Open, often disturbed, places
Elevation: 900–2100 m

Distribution

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Ariz., Calif., Nev.

Discussion

Occurrences of Hymenothrix loomisii in California have been geographically scattered, sporadic, and nonpersistent introductions.

Selected References

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Lower Taxa

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