Chrysothamnus greenei facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chrysothamnus greenei |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Genus: | Chrysothamnus |
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C. greenei
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| Chrysothamnus greenei (A.Gray) Greene
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Greene's rabbitbrush (Chrysothamnus greenee) is a type of flowering plant. It belongs to the sunflower family. You can find it growing in parts of North America, especially in the western United States. This plant is a shrub that often grows in sandy, dry areas like deserts.
What is Greene's Rabbitbrush?
Greene's rabbitbrush is a small, bushy plant. It is known for its many tiny yellow flowers. These flowers often grow in dense groups. This makes the plant look bright and colorful. It is called "rabbitbrush" because it is a common plant in areas where rabbits live.
Where Does Greene's Rabbitbrush Live?
This plant is found in several states across the western United States. You can see it in eastern California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, and southern Wyoming. It likes to grow in sandy places. It is especially common in desert regions.
What Does Greene's Rabbitbrush Look Like?
Greene's rabbitbrush is a branching shrub. It can grow up to 50 centimeters (about 20 inches) tall. It has gray bark on its stems. The plant has many small, yellow flower heads. These flower heads are grouped together in thick clusters.
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