About Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D.Don ex Hook.
Lygodesmia juncea, commonly known as rush skeletonplant or simply skeletonweed, is a flowering plant species in the Asteraceae family. It is native to western and central regions of the United States, and western Canada. This species is widespread and generally regarded as somewhat weedy. It is adapted to growing on blowing or otherwise disturbed soils, but does not tolerate fire. Lygodesmia juncea is a perennial herb. Its petals are pink or violet, and its flowering period runs from June to September.
