Desmanthus illinoensis

An uncommon plant of forest openings.

An inflorescence near Baseline Barrens, south of Salem, 6/27/04.

Closer view of an inflorescence near Baseline Barrens, 6/27/04.

Wider view, near Baseline Barrens, 6/27/04.

Closer view of a cauline leaf near Baseline Barrens, 6/27/04.