Malperia sp.
Family: Asteraceae · Type: Annual · Native
Malperia sp. is a native California annual in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Trichocoronis: Malperia is annual and dies each year; Trichocoronis is perennial and woody at the base.; vs Pleurocoronis: Malperia has smooth-edged linear leaves and is annual; Pleurocoronis has broader, often toothed leaves and is perennial.; vs Grindelia: Malperia has narrow linear leaves; Grindelia has broad, clasping leaves and sticky, resinous flower heads.; vs Lessingia: Malperia has smooth-edged linear leaves in desert habitat; Lessingia has various leaf shapes, often with ray flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Malperia sp. native to California?
Yes. Malperia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Malperia sp. belong to?
Malperia sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Malperia.
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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