Cudweed (2)

Cudweeds have many branches. At the top of each branch is a cluster of pointed oval shaped flower heads. Each head is a tiny yellow disk with several rows of dry, white bracts. Compare to Pearly Everlasting which has greener leaves and rounder flower heads.

Pseudognaphalium macounii

Macoun's Cudweed
Pseudognaphalium macounii

Family: Sunflower (Asteraceae)
AKA: Macoun's Rabbit-tobacco
Photo taken on: September 14, 2010
Location: Cerro Grande Trail, NM
Life Zones: Plains to foothills
Habitat: Dry slopes

Grows to 3ft with hairs on the stems that give them a silvery appearance. Leaves are green on top and silvery underneath.

Flora of North America reference.

Pseudognaphalium canescens

Wright's Cudweed
Pseudognaphalium canescens

Family: Sunflower (Asteraceae)
AKA: Wright's Rabbit-tobacco
Photo taken on: September 5, 2010
Location: Wet Mountains, Eastern CO
Life Zones: Plains and foothills
Habitat: Canyons and Ponderosa forests

Grows to 3ft covered with hairs that give the whole plant a silvery appearance.

Flora of North America reference.

Yellow Round Clusters