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Kali tragus, a dicot, is an annual herb that is not native to California; it was introduced from elsewhere and naturalized in the wild.  It’s bloom period is July-October.

Origin, taxonomy and distribution   Description   Reproduction and dispersal   Ecology and agricultural management   Kali management and soil rehabilitation   Kali and phytoremediation   Prospects for genetic improvement   Other problems and products

additional informational links: Wikipedia , Calflora 

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