Munzothamnus sp.
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Family: Asteraceae · Type: Annual · Native
Munzothamnus sp. is a native California annual in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Hieracium: Hieracium is an herbaceous perennial; Munzothamnus is a woody shrub.; vs Malacothrix: Malacothrix is herbaceous; Munzothamnus forms a woody shrub on San Clemente Island only.; vs Taraxacum: Taraxacum has basal rosettes with leafless stems; Munzothamnus is a woody shrub.; vs Agoseris: Agoseris is herbaceous with leafless flower stems; Munzothamnus is a woody shrub.; vs Crepis: Crepis is herbaceous; Munzothamnus is a woody shrub on San Clemente Island only.
Frequently asked questions
Is Munzothamnus sp. native to California?
Yes. Munzothamnus sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Munzothamnus sp. belong to?
Munzothamnus sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Munzothamnus.
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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