Jefea brevifolia

Shorthorn Zexmenia, Chihuahuan Desert Gardens. Photographs by Wynn Anderson.

Common English Names: Shorthorn Zexmenia, Shorthorn Jefea
Common Spanish Names:
Scientific Name: Jefea brevifolia (JEF-ee-uh brev-ih-FOL-ee-uh)
Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower Family)
Geographic Range: Southern New Mexico east into Texas and south into Mexico.
Plant Form: Small shrub, 3' x 3'.
Remarks: Yellow flowers.

Last Update: 17 May 2006