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               Seedpod                                           Leaf                                            Stem                                        Seed                                          Habit

               Seedling

Facts About this Plant:

Synonyms: Androsace arizonica
Lifespan: Annual
Zones: N/A
Type: Forb
Bloom Time: April - May
Status: Native
Range:


Androsace occidentalis, or Western Rock Jasmine, is native most of the western two thirds of the US. It is an annual that grows in open glades, fields and meadows in dry sandy soil. It blooms early to mid spring with small white flowers.

This plant looks similar to some other members of the genus. More information will be posted at a later time about differentiating other species.

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