Alfilaria

Because of its rapid growth and prolific seed production, it is often viewed as an aggressive invader that can displace native vegetation in disturbed or heavily grazed areas.

It typically begins as a low-growing, basal rosette of fern-like, deeply lobed leaves. As it matures, it develops spreading, often reddish stems that can grow up to 12 inches high. alfilaria

Alfilaria plays a dual role as both a valuable resource and a persistent weed: Because of its rapid growth and prolific seed