

How to identify Blackfoot daisy (Melampodium leucanthum)
Blackfoot daisy, also known as Arnica, Plains blackfoot daisy
Blackfoot daisy presents as a robust perennial herb with a low, rounded mound-like growth reaching up to 4 feet (1.22 m) in height. It is distinguishable by its long-lasting yellow-headed blooms that persevere from summer until frost. Each flower head is composed of a single row of ray flowers, situated atop a peduncle adorned with dual rows of erect white hairs. Adapted for full sunlight, blackfoot daisy thrives in rock gardens but performs well in various dry settings with well-drained soil. Its hardiness extends to both heat and drought conditions, and the plant maintains a compact form through occasional trimming in late winter.
Robust perennial herb reaching 4 feet (1.22 m) in height
Long-lasting yellow flower heads with ray flowers and white-haired peduncles
Linear-oblong leaves, 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm), rough texture, distinct vein pattern
The leaves of blackfoot daisy are linear-oblong in shape and measure between 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) in length. They can be either entire or pinnately lobed. The texture is rough due to the presence of numerous hairs on the surface. These leaves are typically green and have a well-defined vein pattern that enhances their identification. The unique combination of shape, size, texture, and vein pattern makes the leaves of blackfoot daisy distinctive.
The flowers of blackfoot daisy are a striking yellow, with ray flowers arranged in a single series surrounding the central disc flowers. Each inflorescence forms a terminal head on elongated peduncles, measuring approximately 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) in diameter. The head has 4 to 6 broad, obtuse involucral bracts in a single series. The peduncles feature two rows of erect, whitish hairs, adding to the distinct appearance of the plant.
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Scientific Classification of Blackfoot daisy