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Orange Sneezeweed

Hymenoxys hoopesii

CommonPlant
Illustration of Orange Sneezeweed (Hymenoxys hoopesii)

Orange Sneezeweed is a tall, bright yellow-orange wildflower of subalpine and mountain meadows of the southern Rocky Mountains. It forms spectacular displays in mountain meadows from July to September. The flowers attract bumblebees, native bees, and many butterflies. It is toxic to sheep, which may avoid it if other forage is available.

Habitat
Subalpine and mountain meadows of the southern Rocky Mountains
Diet
Nectar and pollen for bumblebees and mountain butterflies
How common
Common

Best time to see a Orange Sneezeweed

The best time to see a Orange Sneezeweed is June–July, when about 77% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,676 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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