Sericocarpus linifolius: Leaf Description
Leaves are simple, alternate, sessile and very slender, 1-2 inches long
Phonetic Spelling:ser'i-ko-kār'pus lin-ih-FOH-lee-us
Genus:Sericocarpus
Species:linifolius
Family:Asteraceae
This plant produces flowers from summer through fall, showcasing flowerheads on short stems that create flat-topped clusters. The leaves are slender, simple, and arranged alternately, measuring between 1 to 2 inches in length. It thrives in dry woodlands, barren areas, clearings, and meadows.
**Preferred Environment:** Dry fields and open woodlands
**Geographic Distribution:** Eastern United States
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