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Galinsoga quadriradiata Ruiz & Pav.

shaggy soldier (Asteraceae / Compositae)

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Galinsoga quadriradiata is native to Central and South America, but is found across England and Wales, mostly in urban areas.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2013-11-04

 shaggy soldier / Galinsoga quadriradiata: _Galinsoga quadriradiata_ is native to Central and South America, but is found across England and Wales, mostly in urban areas.

The inflorescences of Galinsoga quadriradiata usually have 5 ligular flowers, giving them a similar appearance to 5-parted true flowers.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2013-11-04

 shaggy soldier / Galinsoga quadriradiata: The inflorescences of _Galinsoga quadriradiata_ usually have 5 ligular flowers, giving them a similar appearance to 5-parted true flowers.

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