Lasthenia californica
Asteraceae
Slender Goldfields
Erect. Stems branched or simple. Leaves linear to slightly oblong, entire, to 1/3 in. long, short-haired on upper side. Flower heads yellow; 6–13 ray flowers may be darker yellow toward center. Many yellow disk flowers; if magnified, the triangular style tips are seen. Abundant in many habitats. Often seen in vast fields, thus the common name. Plants in coastal habitats are somewhat fleshy.
- Rarity: Common
- Flowering Time: Early Spring
- Flower Form: 5 United Petals, Ovary Inferior; Sunflowers
- Life Cycle: Annual
- Height: 2–12 inches
- Habitat: Coastal, Meadow, West-side Forest
- Found In: Siskiyous
- Native: Yes
