Alpine Avens : Geum rossii

Alpine Avens
Geum rossii (Acomastylis rossii)

Family: Rose (Rosaceae)
AKA: Ross' Avens
Photo taken on: July 14, 2007
Location: Scarp Ridge, GV, CO
Life Zones: Subalpine to alpine
Habitat: Meadows

Grows to 10" in large colonies with finely-cut, feathery leaves. Petals are shiny resembling a buttercup.