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Indian Blanket
Gaillardia pulchella
34.4125, -96.5421
Field Notes
Description:
Common wildflower in Oklahoma is, in fact, the state flower. The inflorescences are bright orange to red with bright yellow outer rim.
Habitat:
This hardy flower thrives in sandy, well-drained soils. At Camp Simpson, these are found in shallow soils on limestone hills.
Notes:
The Indian Blanket has been cultivated along Oklahoma highways, and is a showcase wildflower. Hardiness in hot, dry climate make it a natural choice for highway medians and right-of-ways.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJanuary 8, 2012
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