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Wind Cave National Park Wildflowers
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Wildflowers - Upright Prairie-Coneflower
 
Prairie Coneflower, Upright Prairie Coneflower, Mexican Hat - Ratibida columnifera, R. Columnaris
NPS Photo by Jim Pisarowicz
Prairie Coneflower, Upright Prairie Coneflower, Mexican Hat - Ratibida columnifera, R. Columnaris
 
The Upright Prairie Coneflower is one of the dominant species on the prairie.  It is a perennial with a spreading root system.

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Field Milkvetch

Did You Know?
The Field Milkvetch has a colorful flower which is often overlooked because it tends to grow hidden in the grass. Color can vary to reddish-purple.
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Last Updated: June 19, 2007 at 16:17 MST