Asteraceae

blanketflower

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Gaillardia aristata Pursh

Indigenous Names: A-kee-awadl-kaw-kie

Habitat: Open plains and prairies from Nebraska, Colorado to Mexico Plants Parts Harvested: Seeds and flowers

Seasonality: Not given

Status: Native

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: Various