Emory's rockdaisy (Perityle emoryi) is in the Sunflowers, Daisies, Asters, and Allies family (Asteraceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 4,350 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in March.
Nationally it blooms mainly from November to April, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Emory's rockdaisy: observations by month (U.S.)
About Emory's rockdaisy
Perityle emoryi is a species of flowering plant in the aster family known by the common name Emory's rockdaisy. It is native to the Southwestern United States, northwest Mexico, and the Baja California Peninsula. It is a common wildflower of the deserts, and can also be found in California coastal regions.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Emory's rockdaisy by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 4,103 | March | Nov–Apr |
| Arizona | 185 | March | Dec–Apr |
| Nevada | 62 | March | Feb–Apr |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Sunflowers, Daisies, Asters, and Allies)
black-eyed Susan
Common Yarrow
White Snakeroot
Chicory
Lawn daisy
Philadelphia fleabane
Pearly Everlasting
Blue Mistflower
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Emory's rockdaisy?
Nationally, March has the most observations, with the main season from November to April.
Where is Emory's rockdaisy most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Arizona, Nevada.