Hairy Cat's-Ear, Hypochaeris radicata
I'm not sure how these interesting weeds got their name, at least the "Cat's-ear" part.
The "hairy" part is because the leaves, which are basal (at the bottom of the plant - on the ground) are "hairy" on both sides.
The flowers are yellow.
I like the way this one caught the light and shadows,
and appears to be black around the edges ...
I saw you taking this picture--I see what you see now and it fills my eyes, Sissy! I didn't realize these weren't dandilions! How cool--LOVE the name. Cat's Ear. VERY cool.
ReplyDelete"hairy' leaves sounds rather creepy. I think they just through the 'cat" in to make it sound cute. ;-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flower by any name. I like the way you photographed it too.
ReplyDeleteI like the way this photo came out, too. And I don't know that flower (or weed), or maybe didn't pay any attention. As for flowers in Astoria, yes! This year they are going crazy.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool wildflower. Hairy eyes must be a western plant not found in the east. Hmmm. You have me wondering now so I'll have to check that out!
ReplyDeleteA very unique name but some how it think it fits it perfectly. Nice shot of this lovely wildflower, Clytie.
ReplyDeletebe well, be happy ;)
Love this! The Hairy Cat's Ear seems to be awakening to the morning. Hope to see a picture in full bloom.
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