ASTERACEAE - TRIBE VI; HELENIEAE
Tea Banker
Endemic
Pectis caymanensis var. robusta white strigillose
on a .5 cm scale
Pectis caymanensis var. robusta close up of
inflorescence on a .5 cm scale
Pectis caymanensis var. robusta
in sand
Pectis
caymanensis var. caymanensis
on the other hand has red strigillose (Hairs) at the base of the achenes
(1 seeded fruit with a tight pericarp).
This plant is regional but not endemic since it is also found on Cuba.
Flowering time; Most of the year
Distribution; GC only
Habitat; Grave yard and sandy clearings
Status; Listed as critically endangered on the Red List
Notes; Conservation is necessary
