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Baileya multiradiata

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Description:

Although called a desert marigold, it is very remote relative of the marigolds. This lovely wildflower is a short-lived perennial to annual that forms a clumping patch of silvery-green foliage which bears many tall, naked stems, each topped with a bright yellow daisy-like flower.

Habitat:

Baileya multiradiata is a species of sun-loving wildflower native to southwestern North America, especially the northern Mexico, California, and Southwestern United States deserts.

Notes:

Lake Mead National Recreation Area near East Entrance to Valley of Fire, NV

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PublishedJuly 12, 2013

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