Family: Asteraceae - SUNFLOWER FAMILY, ASTER FAMILY (Compositae)
Genus: Bellis from Latin bellus meaning 'pretty'
Species: perennis refers to the perennial character of the plant
aka Lawn Daisy. A pretty weed but a weed nevertheless. One of 148 species of flora considered not native to the Park. Common in picnic areas perhaps as a result of being "imported" with grass seed. This classic daisy has one flowerhead per leafless stem raising 2 - 20 cm (up to 8") tall. The bright yellow disk with radiating white rays provides a resemblance to the sun and the daisy is referred to as 'day's eye.' Found at low elevations. (ref. Biek, Pojar)
Trail Notes:
Trail/Hike: Carbon River
Date: May 16, 2009
Location: Carbon River entrance at the ranger station near rest rooms and picnic bench
