Euthamia sp.
Grass-leaved goldenrod, Grass-Leaved Goldenrod
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Family: Asteraceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Euthamia sp. (Grass-leaved goldenrod) is a native California perennial in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Solidago: Euthamia has flat-topped clusters and grass-like leaves in wetlands; Solidago has one-sided plumes in drier areas.; vs Isocoma: Euthamia grows in wetlands with flat clusters; Isocoma grows in dry areas with rounded clusters.; vs Ericameria: Euthamia has grass-like leaves in marshes; Ericameria has narrow shrubby leaves in dry habitats.; vs Baccharis: Euthamia has yellow flower heads with rays; Baccharis has white/cream heads without rays.; vs Senecio: Euthamia has tiny heads in flat clusters; Senecio has larger daisy-like heads with obvious rays.
Frequently asked questions
Is Euthamia sp. native to California?
Yes. Euthamia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Euthamia sp. belong to?
Euthamia sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Euthamia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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