Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: NO
Description
Appearance: Ratibida columnifera is a herbaceous perennial known for its tall, slender stems and distinctive, drooping, red to brown flower heads.
Leaves: The leaves are alternate and deeply divided, giving them a fern-like appearance.
Flowers: The plant produces cone-shaped flower heads with drooping, red to brown petals and a central, upright disc.
Habitat: It is commonly found in prairies, meadows, and open fields.
Distribution: Mexican hat is native to North America.
Occurrence
Seeded in the forbes bed in the south field.