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Flower:Phlox, Midget
Family:Phlox
Genus / Species:Microsteris gracilis
Notes:Also goes by the common name of Slender Phlox, this is a very small native that behaves like a weed, and will grow in gravely areas. Because of its size and color it can be confused with Filaree.
Photo:

The Labyrinth - Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area - - - March 20, 2004

Guide:Wildflowers of the Columbia Gorge by Jolley / Plants of the Pacific Northwest Coast by Pojar & MacKinnon / Pacific States Wildflowers by Niehaus & Ripper /