Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Auburn University College of Agriculture





LYRATE BLADDER-POD
(Lesquerella lyrata)

Description: This annual grows 4 to 12 inches high with small yellow flowers blooming in March to April. They have been found in shallow soils adjacent to cedar glades.

Forestry Considerations: This species needs full sun and has trouble competing with invading perennials. Road construction, cattle grazing and herbicide use may damage or kill this species.

Distribution by County: Currently this species is found only in Colbert, Franklin and Lawrence counties.


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