Bay County Indian plantain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bay County Indian plantain |
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Senecioneae
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Arnoglossum
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A. album
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| Arnoglossum album L.C.Anderson
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Arnoglossum album is a special and rare plant found only in Florida, USA. People also call it the Bay County Indian plantain. It belongs to the sunflower family, just like the big, bright sunflowers you might know!
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Discovering the Bay County Indian Plantain
What is Arnoglossum album?
This plant is quite unique because it was only officially named and described by scientists in 1998. This means it's a relatively new discovery for modern science! It's a type of plant that grows from the ground, reaching up to about 100 centimeters tall. That's about 40 inches, or a little over 3 feet!
Where Does This Rare Plant Grow?
Arnoglossum album is very rare because it grows in only two places in the world! You can find it only in Bay and Gulf Counties. Both of these counties are located in the Florida Panhandle, which is the northwestern part of Florida.
What Does It Look Like?
The flowers of the Bay County Indian plantain are usually white. Sometimes, they might have a slight pink color. This plant likes to grow in certain kinds of soil. It prefers soil that is a bit wet and acidic, meaning it has a lower pH level.
