Sierra Blanca least-daisy facts for kids

Ionactis elegans, also known as the Sierra Blanca least-daisy, is a very rare plant found in North America. It is part of the sunflower family. This special plant grows only in New Mexico, located in the western United States.

What Does It Look Like?

The Sierra Blanca least-daisy is a small plant. It usually grows to be less than 9 centimeters (about 3.5 inches) tall. This plant is a perennial, meaning it lives for more than two years. It has a main root, called a taproot, which grows straight down into the soil.

Each plant typically has one to three flower heads. These flower heads are not just single flowers! They are made up of many tiny flowers grouped together. Each head has 10 to 24 white or light purple ray flowers around the outside. In the center, there are many small yellow disc flowers.