Elephantopus carolinianus


Scientific Name:Elephantopus carolinianus
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Family:Asteraceae
Common Name:Elephant's foot
Authority: Raeusch
Etymology:Elephantopus = Elephant's foot, carolinianus = from Carolina
C Value:3
Wetness:FAC-
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Genus in Illinois:
1
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:Pink
Growth Habit:Forb
Leaf Arrangement:Alternate
Leaf Type:Simple
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Leaf Margin:Toothed
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):Not Listed
Status (Federal):Not Listed
ID Tips:
Gee Whiz:"petals" are ray flowers that are deeply cleft into many segments
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search