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Bransford, W.D. and Dolphia
Gutierrezia microcephala (DC.) Gray
Threadleaf snakeweed, Threadleaf broomweed, Smallhead snakeweed, Littlehead snakeweed
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
USDA Symbol: GUMI
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
Threadleaf broomweed is a woody plant, 1–3 feet tall, with many branches, especially in the upper part. It is sometimes 3–4 feet across the top of the spreading branches, which give the plant a somewhat rounded appearance. The narrow leaves are 1/2–1 1/2 inches long, alternate, with bunches of smaller, narrower leaves in their axils. There are many florets in each of the flower heads, which are located at the tips of the branches. They are yellow, 1/4 inch across, with 5 ray flowers and 1–3 disc flowers.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: YellowBloom Time: Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct , Nov , Dec
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Find seed sources for this species at the Native Seed Network.
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is either on display or available from the following:Native Seed Network - Corvallis, OR
Bibliography
Bibref 248 - Texas Wildflowers: A Field Guide (1984) Loughmiller, C. & L. LoughmillerSearch More Titles in Bibliography
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USDA: Find Gutierrezia microcephala in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Gutierrezia microcephala in the Flora of North America (if available)
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Metadata
Record Modified: 2009-09-10Research By: TWC Staff
