Syntrichopappus sp.
Family: Asteraceae · Type: Annual · Native
Syntrichopappus sp. is a native California annual in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Eriophyllum: Syntrichopappus has 5 bracts enfolding ray fruits; Eriophyllum bracts don't enfold fruits.; vs Symphyotrichum: Syntrichopappus entirely woolly-white; Symphyotrichum smooth or only slightly hairy.; vs Oreostemma: Syntrichopappus densely woolly overall; Oreostemma smooth to slightly hairy.; vs Erigeron: Syntrichopappus has dense white wool and 1mm pappus; Erigeron not woolly with longer pappus.; vs Pulicaria: Syntrichopappus has woolly white coating; check Pulicaria for different indument.
Frequently asked questions
Is Syntrichopappus sp. native to California?
Yes. Syntrichopappus sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Syntrichopappus sp. belong to?
Syntrichopappus sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Syntrichopappus.
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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