



Eriophyllum lanatum
The common woolly sunflower is a bright yellow flower that grows in sunny places. Its soft, fuzzy leaves help it stay cool and collect water from the air, making it special in its dry home.
Habitat: Grasslands
The common woolly sunflower has numerous bright yellow, daisy-like flowers. Its most striking feature is the covering of soft, white, woolly hairs on its stems and leaves, giving it a distinctive fuzzy, silvery-green appearance that sets it apart from typical smooth-stemmed sunflowers.




Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Even its scientific name, lanatum, means "woolly" in Latin!
It can grow happily on rocky slopes where few other plants dare!
Its "woolly" coat isn't just for looks, it's a natural protector!
These bright yellow flowers look like mini suns on fuzzy stems.
The common woolly sunflower has dense, fuzzy hairs that reflect harsh sunlight and protect its leaves from drying out.
Its woolly coat traps moisture close to the plant, helping it conserve water and thrive in dry, sunny environments.
The fuzzy texture also helps reduce wind damage and prevent excessive water loss from strong gusts.
Apis mellifera
gathers nectar and pollen from flowers.
Bombus vosnesenskii
a key visitor collecting nectar.

Vanessa cardui
larval food source and adult nectar.

Marmota flaviventris
occasionally browses its leaves.

Odocoileus hemionus
deer may graze its foliage.
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
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Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't pick flowers, so they can keep growing for everyone to enjoy.
30-60 cm
30-60 cm
3-5 cm
Late spring to summer
Yes
None
Perennial
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Oregon, US
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British Columbia, CA
You might spot Pacific Madrone and Shortspur Seablush.
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Washington, US
You might spot California Bumble Bee and Yellow-Faced Bumble Bee.
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