Xylorhiza tortifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, known by the common names Mojave-aster and Mojave woodyaster. The plant forms a small shrub with glandular leaves. The flower rays can be lavender, light blue, or white. Some varieties are known.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Mojave Woodyaster being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Tracheophyta
- Class
- Magnoliopsida
- Order
- Asterales
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Xylorhiza
- Species
- Xylorhiza tortifolia
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