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Family: Asteraceae
water beggar-ticks, more...
[Megalodonta beckii (Torr. ex Spreng.) Greene]
Etymology: Megalodonta: Greek for "large-toothed," referring to pappus awns
Plants: erect, perennial, aquatic forb; from rhizomes Leaves: opposite; submersed leaves finely cut, thread-like with smooth edges; emerged leaves stalkless, lance-like with toothed edges Flowers: head 1"-1 1/2" wide with 1/3"-1/2" long, yellow rays, disk 1/3" wide; inflorescence of one head at the end of a sturdy stalk Fruits: dry seed with 3-6 barbs Habitat: clear water to 12'; in soft sediment soil Conservation Status: Native |
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