Jensia sp.
Tarweed, tarplant, Tarplant
Family: Asteraceae · Type: Annual · Native
Jensia sp. (Tarweed) is a native California annual in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Madia: Jensia has dark purple anthers; Madia has yellow to brownish anthers.; vs Layia: Jensia has dark purple anthers; Layia has yellow anthers and longer feathery bristles.; vs Kyhosia: Jensia is annual; Kyhosia is perennial.; vs Anisocarpus: Jensia is annual with dark purple anthers; Anisocarpus is perennial with yellow-brown anthers.; vs Harmonia: Jensia has dark purple anthers; Harmonia has yellow to brown anthers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jensia sp. native to California?
Yes. Jensia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Jensia sp. belong to?
Jensia sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Jensia.
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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