Microseris sp.
Family: Asteraceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Microseris sp. is a native California perennial in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Uropappus: Microseris buds nod before opening; Uropappus buds stay erect and have exactly 5 silvery pappus scales.; vs Agoseris: Microseris has scale-like pappus; Agoseris has bristle-like pappus.; vs Stebbinsoseris: Microseris has triangular to oval pappus scales; Stebbinsoseris has lance-shaped scales.; vs Hypochaeris: Microseris has smooth flower stems; Hypochaeris has branched stems with small leaves.; vs Achyrachaena: Microseris has scale pappus and nodding buds; Achyrachaena has ray and disk flowers with different pappi.
Frequently asked questions
Is Microseris sp. native to California?
Yes. Microseris sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Microseris sp. belong to?
Microseris sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Microseris.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
- Microseris sylvatica — Sylvan microseris
- Microseris acuminata — Needle microseris
- Microseris bigelovii — Coast microseris
- Microseris borealis — Northern microseris
- Microseris campestris — San joaquin microseris
- Microseris douglasii — Douglas' microseris
- Monolopia congdonii — San joaquin woollythreads
- Monolopia gracilens — Woodland woollythreads
- Monolopia lanceolata — Common hillside daisy
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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