Mexican Hats

Member of Aster Family
Blooms: Almost all year

These plants can grow up to 3 ft. tall and are one of the most common wildflowers in Texas. They are not found "wild" in North East Texas, but are plentiful as you go toward central Texas. They are very beautiful and one of my favorites.

They grow in all soil types and in almost all parts of Texas. They do well in gardens if started from seeds planted in the fall.

Native tribes used parts of this plant to treat rattlesnake bites. It was also used to make a tea to cure abdominal pain and relieve headaches.