Sonchus congestus facts for kids
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Sonchus congestus is a special kind of flowering plant. It belongs to the Asteraceae family, which includes daisies and sunflowers. You can only find this plant growing naturally in the Canary Islands. Specifically, it lives on the islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife.
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What is Sonchus congestus?
Sonchus congestus is a type of shrub. A shrub is like a small, bushy tree. This plant can grow up to about 1 m (3.3 ft) tall.
Leaves and Flowers
The leaves of Sonchus congestus grow in a special way. They form a circle, like a rose, at the ends of its stems. These leaves are quite smooth. They also have parts that look like triangles or rounded bumps along their edges.
The plant's flowers grow in large heads. Each flower head can be about 4–5 cm (1.6–2.0 in) wide. They are quite noticeable!
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A close-up of the leaves forming a rosette.
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The beautiful flower heads of the plant.
Where Does It Grow?
Sonchus congestus is an endemic plant. This means it only grows naturally in one specific place. For this plant, that place is the Canary Islands.
Locations in the Canary Islands
In Tenerife, you can find Sonchus congestus in areas with forests. It grows in a place called Sierra Anaga. You can also see it along the northern coast of the island. It usually lives at heights between 100–800 m (330–2,620 ft) above sea level.
This plant also grows in the central and northern parts of another island, Gran Canaria.
See also
In Spanish: Sonchus congestus para niños
