About Carphephorus pseudoliatris Cass.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
Carphephorus pseudoliatris Cass., commonly known as bristleleaf chaffhead, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family, native to North America.
Distribution
It is endemic to the southeastern United States, where it occurs naturally in the states of Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Growth Form and Size
This species is an herb that grows up to 100 cm (40 inches) tall.
Inflorescence and Flower Characteristics
It produces a flat-topped inflorescence holding many small purplish flower heads; these heads contain only disc florets and do not produce ray florets.
