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Flower:Tackstem, White
Family:Sunflower
Genus / Species:Calycoseris wrightii
Notes:White Tackstem is similar to Desert Chicory, but Desert Chicory does not have the tell-tale tack-shaped glands along the stem. Tackstem also comes in a yellow version, C. parryi.
Photo:

Salton Sea, Colorado Desert - - - March 15, 2005

Photo 2:

Guide:Sonoran Desert Wildflowers by Spellenberg