Rattlesnake Hawkweed is a native wildflower of dry, rocky, and sandy forest openings across eastern North America, with distinctive purple-veined basal leaves resembling a rattlesnake's markings. Its dandelion-like yellow flowers are an important nectar source for many small native bees and hover flies in open forest habitats.
Habitat
Dry, open woods, sandy soils, and rocky outcrops in eastern North America
Diet
Nectar and pollen for small native bees and hover flies
How common
Common
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