| Plant: An annual plant that grows in the very upper tidal zone of the salt marsh. 8 to 10 inches tall. The number of plants will vary each year depending on the growing conditions. |   |
| Leaf: Woolly, green with a whitish bloom. |   |
| Flowers: It got its name because its flower is like a baby bird's beak pointed towards the sky. |   |
| Flowering period: | May to September |
| Can be found here: | Shellmaker Island, Back Bay Drive at San Joaquin Hills Road, North Star Beach |
| Native Plant: Yes | Halophyte: Yes |
| Family Name: Figwort | Click on Picture for enlarged version |
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Date: 11/16/2003
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