Xanthisma sp.
Family: Asteraceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Xanthisma sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Asteraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Heterotheca: Xanthisma leaves have spine-tipped teeth; Heterotheca leaves lack spines and are soft.; vs Stenotus: Xanthisma has spiny-edged leaves; Stenotus has smooth three-veined leaves.; vs Nestotus: Xanthisma leaves are spine-tipped and rigid; Nestotus leaves are smooth and thread-like.; vs Hazardia: Xanthisma upper leaves become scale-like; Hazardia maintains normal leaves throughout.; vs Ericameria: Xanthisma has spine-tipped leaf teeth; Ericameria has smooth narrow thread-like leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Xanthisma sp. native to California?
No. Xanthisma sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Xanthisma sp. belong to?
Xanthisma sp. is in the Asteraceae family, genus Xanthisma.
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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