Agnorhiza facts for kids
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Agnorhiza
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Agnorhiza is a small group of flowering plants. They belong to the aster family, which also includes sunflowers. Scientists officially named this group of plants as a genus in 1998. Before that, these plants were thought to be part of other groups called Wyethia or Balsamorhiza.
What are Agnorhiza Plants?
These plants are perennial herbs. This means they are not trees or bushes, and they live for many years. They grow flower heads that look a lot like sunflowers. These flower heads are usually between 1 and 4 centimeters wide.
Where Do Agnorhiza Grow?
Agnorhiza plants are native to California in the United States. One type, A. ovata, can also be found in northern Mexico.
Types of Agnorhiza
There are several known types, or species, of Agnorhiza:
- Agnorhiza bolanderi - Bolander's mule's ears
- Agnorhiza elata - Hall's mule's ears
- Agnorhiza invenusta - Coville's mule's ears
- Agnorhiza ovata - southern mule's ears
- Agnorhiza reticulata - El Dorado mule's ears
See also
In Spanish: Agnorhiza para niños
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