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I love the juxtapositions of this native thistle: sharp spines and vibrant fuchsia flowers, and the softness of the "cobwebs" and blue-gray foliage.

Just a couple tucked down in the bottom of a relatively shady ravine. Never would have noticed them if they weren’t blooming! Based ID off Calflora records.

At northeastern edge of its range. This was the sole plant observed in this area.

The legend itself.

Largest carpet of D. multicaulis I’ve ever seen.

Bogart Regional Park, Cherry Valley, Riverside County, California

500 plus plants estimated over 20 foot radius
Rosettes and skeletons.

Locally rare, significant and unusual observations from permitted wildlife and plant survey of Mount Umunhum for MROSD during the 2015-2017 trail cutting and restoration of the summit area.

referring to the lower beetle. interesting to see them interact! several within a ~4 foot section of trail. Id love to know what mushroom they are eating if anyone knows!

Found near the base of a large boulder in coastal sage scrub in the Lakeview Mountains

Only seen in the southern part of Sycamore Cyn Park where it is relatively plentiful. Good shade on a hot day. Magnet for birds in the area.

Photos show details of the berries and leaf structure.

Endangered Species!

Riverside County, California, US

under bin

Opuntia zebrina

Known plant(s?).

3B