OregonFlora species comparison

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Nitrophila occidentalis

borax weed, niterwort
Stems

decumbent to erect, 7–20(30) cm.
Leaves

5–20(30) mm; scale-like on decumbent plants.
Flower

perianth segments 2–3.3 mm, pink to white with age.
Seeds

1–2 mm.

Nitrophila occidentalis
Distribution
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Discussion

Meadows, alkaline flats. Flowering Jun–Jul. 1000–1500 m. BR, BW, ECas, Owy. CA, NV, WA; southeast to UT, south to Mexico. Native.
Source Flora of Oregon, volume 2, page 83
Bridget Chipman
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