Family: Asteraceae
pale Indian-plantain
[Cacalia atriplicifolia L., more, Cacalia rotundifolia (Raf.) House, Mesadenia atriplicifolia (L.) Raf.]
Etymology: Arnoglossum: Greek for arnos, "lamb" and glossum for "tongue" Plants: erect, perennial, 3'-9' tall forb; mostly smooth stems not angled Leaves: rounded-triangular shape, pale and smooth beneath, veins palmately-arranged on the larger leaves Flowers: head white to cream, cylindrical; inflorescence a 4 1/2" wide flat-topped umbel; blooms July-Sept. Habitat: full to partial sun; prairies, woods; in sandy, loamy soil Conservation Status: Native
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