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California Groundcone (Kopsiopsis strobilacea)

California groundcone (Kopsiopsis strobilacea) is a perennial herb which parasitizes the roots of manzanitas and madrones. At first glance, these unique, non-photosynthesizing plants resemble upright pinecones!


California groundcone (Kopsiopsis strobilacea). Focus-stacked composite of 56 exposures. Eldorado National Forest, El Dorado County, California, USA.
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California groundcone (Kopsiopsis strobilacea), cluster of plants along with a cameo from a Douglas-fir cone. Eldorado National Forest, El Dorado County, California, USA.
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