Desert Marigold (Baileya multiradiata)
The Desert Marigold is a beautiful flowering plant native to the arid regions of the southwestern United States, including Arizona. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is known for its vibrant yellow flowers and silvery-gray foliage.
Desert Marigolds produces abundant yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm). The flowers resemble daisies and have a central disk of tiny tubular florets surrounded by several bright yellow ray florets. They bloom from spring to fall, with peak flowering usually occurring in the spring.
Desert Marigolds are primarily found in the Sonoran and Mojave Deserts of the southwestern United States, including Arizona. They thrive in dry, well-drained soils, and are often seen growing in rocky slopes, desert washes, and open desert areas.
Overall, the Desert Marigold is a resilient and attractive flowering plant that adds a touch of vibrant yellow to the arid landscapes of Arizona and other southwestern regions.
