Rigiopappus leptocladus   wireweed, rigiopappus
           
  
Asteraceae (Alt: Compositae )
native                      herbaceous           
Distribution: Oregon Trail

UW Burke Herbarium Link: Rigiopappus leptocladus
USDA Plants Link: Rigiopappus leptocladus   (RILE2)


Rigiopappus leptocladus, sometimes called wireweed (though native). Not much to look at, but I always enjoy finding it!  The rigid pappus scales of the distinctive fruiting head provide the genus name.






Trail guides, walks or articles that mention Rigiopappus leptocladus