| Plant: Annual, succulent, straggling branches, 1 to 3-1/2 feet long. Prickles on stems and leaves. Common. |  |
| Flowers: Solitary, lavender to purple in color. |   |
| Leaf: Lance shaped lobed leaves 2 to 6 inches long, stems broadly winged. Covered with small bristly hairs on both sides. |  |
| Flowering period: | March to May |
| Use by Indians: | |
| Can be found here: | Back Bay Dr. near Marine Studies Center. |
| Native Plant: Yes | Halophyte: No |
| Family Name: Waterleaf |
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Date: 11/21/2003
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