Dwarf Fleabane, Dwarf Horseweed

Conyza ramosissima Cronq.

Asteraceae (Sunflower Family)

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Dwarf Fleabane:  (not in Weeds of the Northeast; mentioned on pp. 121, Weeds of the Great Plains)

·         summer annual with many slender branches and very narrow leaves in the Asteraceae family

·         found in open turf, preferring moist soil, but can be found in dry sites, too

·         grows 3-6 inches tall in turf; up to 1-2 feet tall (usually less) un-mowed

·         flowers are tiny, greenish or slightly pinkish followed by tufted  seeds (little parachutes)

·         entire plant has a gray-green color