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2692 - AlpenPix (Wild) - 2010-11-29 (Dimension: 1143 x 1537 pixels - Counter: 4324) Senecio atratus Locality: USA - Colorado - West side of Hoosier Ridge along old mining road at about 11,700 feet elevation; Summit County Photographer: Jane Hendrix Note: There is much variation in the height of Senecio atratus and in the size and color of its leaves. This photo shows it growing on a dry, rocky road cut. It is very short (about 10 inches tall) and compact. In wetter locations, the leaves are medium green and the plant has an overall rank appearance. Hoosier Ridge West; Summit County, Colorado; mid-August (Click on the picture to enlarge) |