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California Encelia
Encelia californica
This member of the sunflower family in found along the coast of southern
California. This plant is also known as the coast sunflower and bush daisy. The
flowers are 1-2 inches in diameter with yellow petals and a black center.
They bloom from March to June.
Native American Usage
The blossoms and leaves were made into a tea for toothache. The heated sap was
applied to the chest for pain. The stems exude a fragrant resin that was
often chewed.