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California Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum) in bloom, with an invasive Argentine Ant (Linepithema humila) probing one flower. Waxy leaves preserve water in this dry area. Trail 14 near Searsville Lake, Jasper Ridge 'Ootchamin 'Ooyakma. 5/6/2024, 9:57 am. iPhone photo.

Taken during a quick visit from Sequoia High School students.