Status: Native
Synonyms:
Pectis urceolata Rydberg
Pectis prostrata is a ground hugging herb with small yellow composite flowers. The leaves have glands dotted throughout them and not just on the border as those of Pectis angustifolia. Pectis prostrata does not have an obvious scent as would Pectis angustifolia when the leaves are crushed. Pectis prostrata is found on disturbed ground.
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Pectis prostrata, photo Russ Kleinman & Adela Lente, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Aug. 27, 2008
Pectis prostrata, photo Russ Kleinman & Adela Lente, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Aug. 27, 2008
Pectis prostrata, photo Russ Kleinman & Adela Lente, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Aug. 27, 2008
Pectis prostrata, closeup of flower and leaves, photo Russ Kleinman, Hwy 35 in the Mimbres Valley, July 14, 2009
Pectis prostrata, 2x macro of achenes, photo Russ Kleinman, Hwy 35 in the Mimbres Valley, July 14, 2009
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