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Dracopis amplexicaulis
Clasping coneflower is an annual herb with elongated, bluish, waxy leaves that generally clasp around the stem at the base. The flower heads are similar to those of black-eyed susans, but are smaller (mostly 1 to 2 inches in diameter). The yellow outer "petals" droop as the flowers mature, and the cylindrical black center (receptacle) is elongated up to 2 inches in length.
Xeric portion of wildlife habitat yard.
Spotted on May 9, 2014
Submitted on May 13, 2014
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