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Athysanus is a monotypic genus whose only species is Athysanus pusillus, the common sandweed. It is an annual herb with long, spindly stems on which grow small, unassuming white flowers. The tiny fruits that emerge from the flowers are flat, circular, green, and fringed with prominent white hairs. It is native to the western United States and into British Columbia.
Plant type
Annual herb
Color
White, Green
Plant communities
Chaparral, Foothill Woodland, Valley Grassland, Yellow Pine Forest
Butterflies and moths supported
0 confirmed and 2 likely
Confirmed
Likely
Sara Orangetip
Anthocharis sara
Checkered White
Pontia protodice
Common names:
Athysanus, Dwarf Athysanus
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