Trixis sp.
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Family: Asteraceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Trixis sp. is a native California shrub in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Ericameria: Trixis has distinctive two-lipped flowers; Ericameria has typical clustered disc flowers.; vs Brickellia: Trixis has bright yellow flowers; Brickellia has white to purple flowers.; vs Encelia: Trixis flowers are two-lipped and tubular; Encelia has classic yellow daisy-like rays.; vs Xylorhiza: Trixis has two-lipped yellow flowers; Xylorhiza has purple/white rays with yellow centers.; vs Acourtia: Trixis is a woody desert shrub; Acourtia is herbaceous in Mediterranean climates.
Frequently asked questions
Is Trixis sp. native to California?
Yes. Trixis sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Trixis sp. belong to?
Trixis sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Trixis.
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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