Rainiera stricta
Asteraceae
Rainiera
Erect stem from base of large leaves. Basal and lower leaves carried by short petiole, broadly oval with pointed tip, 6–14 in. long; middle and upper leaves becoming smaller and sessile. Inflorescence consists of spike 4–15 in. long atop stem. Each flower head bears about 5 flowers in elongated cup created by 5–6 bracts. Grows in meadows, open areas, at high elevations.
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Flowering Time: Mid Summer
- Flower Form: Senecio Tribe,Composite
- Life Cycle: Perennial
- Height: 20–40 inches
- Habitat: Subalpine
- Found In: Mt. Rainier NP
- Native: Yes
- Also Known As: Tongue-Leaved Luina
- Latin Synonyms: Luina stricta
