Stephanomeria sp.
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Family: Asteraceae · Type: Annual · Native
Stephanomeria sp. is a native California annual in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Cichorium: Stephanomeria has pink-lavender flowers; chicory has bright blue flowers that close by noon; vs Malacothrix: Stephanomeria has pink-lavender flowers; Malacothrix has yellow or white flowers; vs Epilobium: Stephanomeria has dandelion-like composite flowers; Epilobium has 4-petaled simple flowers; vs Lactuca: Stephanomeria has small pink heads on wiry stems; Lactuca has yellow/blue flowers on leafy stems; vs Rafinesquia: Stephanomeria has pink-lavender flowers; Rafinesquia has white or cream flowers
Frequently asked questions
Is Stephanomeria sp. native to California?
Yes. Stephanomeria sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Stephanomeria sp. belong to?
Stephanomeria sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Stephanomeria.
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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