Woolly daisy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Eriophyllum wallacei |
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The Eriophyllum wallacei is a small, fuzzy plant found in North America. It's often called the woolly daisy or woolly easterbonnets. This plant belongs to the daisy family. It gets its common names from its soft, white hairs and daisy-like flowers.
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About the Woolly Daisy
The woolly daisy is a type of flowering plant. It is an annual herb, which means it grows, flowers, and dies within one year. This plant is usually quite small. It rarely grows taller than 15 cm (6 in).
Where the Woolly Daisy Grows
You can find the woolly daisy in the southwestern United States. It grows in states like Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and California. There's also a small group of these plants in Wyoming. It also grows in northwestern Mexico, specifically in northern Baja California.
This plant likes to grow in sandy areas. You can also find it among rocks and gravel. It is well-suited to dry, desert-like conditions.
What the Woolly Daisy Looks Like
The woolly daisy is known for its unique appearance. The entire plant is covered in soft, white hairs. These hairs make it look like it's wrapped in cotton candy. This fuzzy coat helps the plant survive in dry places.
Leaves and Flowers
The leaves of the woolly daisy are small. They are usually less than 2 cm (1 in) long. The leaves have an oval shape.
Each stem of the plant produces one flower head. These flower heads are made up of two types of tiny flowers called florets. The outer part of the flower head has 5 to 10 yellow or cream-colored ray florets. Sometimes, these ray florets have red veins. In the center of the flower head, there are 20 to 30 yellow disc florets. These disc florets are packed tightly together.
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