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Draba lemmonii is a perennial plant in the Mustard Family (Brassicaceae) found in the high elevation United States Sierra Nevada range, commonly known as Lemmon's Draba.
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Growth pattern
It is a hairy mat forming perennial growing to 6 inches (15 cm).
Habitat and range
It grows in crevices, talus, and rocky meadows of the subalpine forest and alpine zone of the United States Sierra Nevada range.
Leaves and stems
Basal leaves are obovate, up to 1 inch (2.5 cm), and hairy on both sides.
Inflorescence and fruit
The flower stalk has up to 30 small, yellow, 4 petalled flowers on top in July of August.
References
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