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Euthamia graminifolia
This bush grows in disturbed or abandoned open areas above the mountain wetlands in the valley of San Cristobal. It is completely covered in unpleasant smelling flowers in March and April. The pictures of the leaves and non-flowering plants were taken in December. The leaves are long and thin. The bush can get quite tall, over 6 feet with woody stems. The 3rd picture shows the leaves and buds, the last picture shows the seed pods and seeding. The seeds are apparently wind distributed. Family Asteraceae (Aster Family, a composite).
Many species of insects use this plant. It is the host plant for the Giant Flag Moth here in San Cristobal. This plant has many common names: Flat-Top Fragrant-Golden-Rod, Common Goldentop, Flat-Top Goldentop, Grass-Leaved Goldenrod, Lance-Leaved Goldenrod and Grass-leaved Goldenrod.
Spotted on Mar 13, 2013
Submitted on Mar 25, 2013
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I found the identification for this plant. It is the host plant for the Giant Flag Moth in San Cristobal de Las Casas.
Help....added picture of the seeds. What could this be?