Berlandiera lyrata (Chocolate Flower)

Written By Emily KenCairn

From CONPS: This perennial has mounded, coarse, gray-green foliage. and a distinct chocolate aroma.  Flower heads have yellow rays surrounding a maroon central disk. The numerous, daisy-like blossoms bloom spring through early fall. 12 "- 15" tall and 18 -24 in width.

A cold and drought tolerant found in dry places in the southeastern CO plains on roadsides, alkali flats and slopes.

Emily KenCairn https://apiarystud.io
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