paradox sunflower
Helianthus paradoxus Heiser
Helianthus paradoxus, known as the paradox sunflower, is a species in the Asteraceae family. It is found in salt marshes near inland salt lakes and salt flats in west Texas, Utah, and New Mexico. The species was published in 1958 by Heiser.
Description
Helianthus paradoxus, also called the paradox sunflower, is a sunflower species native to the salt marshes of west Texas, Utah, and New Mexico. It grows near the edges of inland salt lakes and salt flats. The species is considered threatened and is part of the Asteraceae family. It was first described by Heiser in 1958.
Other common names
Paradoxical SunflowerPecos Sunflowerparadox sunflower
Distribution
Global · Mexico Northeast · New Mexico · Texas
