Cryptantha scoparia is an annual herb that is native to California, and also found elsewhere in western North America.California Rare Plant Rank: 4.3 (limited distribution).
[oregonflora.org] Identification Tip: Cryptantha scoparia can be readily identified by its nutlet morphology, the four nutlets per fruit having a distinctive tuberculate-spinulose sculpturing, the spinules ascending and sharp-tipped. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
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