Status: Native
Synonyms:
None
Nolina microcarpa grows as a large clump in open areas. The leaf margins of Nolina microcarpa have microscopic serrulations rather
than visible prickles. Grazing pressure in an area causes this species to increase in
abundance. The leaves are harvested with machetes by artisans to make baskets and other handicrafts.
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Nolina microcarpa, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, June 4, 2005
Nolina microcarpa in bloom, photo Russ Kleinman & Karen Blisard, Burro Mtns., CF Cyn., June 5, 2007
Nolina microcarpa, detail of leaf edge serrulations, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Oct. 14, 2007
Nolina microcarpa, after harvesting of leaves, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., WD Ranch Road, Nov. 25, 2008
Nolina microcarpa, closeup of flowers and pollinator, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, Pinos Altos Range, Acklin Hill, May 24, 2009
Nolina microcarpa, closeup of fruit, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City Range, Bear Mtn., July 23, 2009
Nolina microcarpa, inflorescence, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City, October 26, 2009
Nolina microcarpa, field macro of flower, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City, October 26, 2009
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