Artemesia scopulorum, June 24, 2021
Common & scientific name
Rocky Mountain sage, Artemesia scopulorum
Family
Sunflower, Asteraceae
Location
Linkins Lake Trail, 11,500’
Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
This common alpine sage requires a good eye and patience to appreciate (a loop doesn’t hurt, either!). It is odd and intricate up close, and has Smelowskia-like, grayish leaves. Yes, this, too, is a “wildflower.” Viva la difference!