acmispon argophyllus bloom - santa monica mtns - 041123

silver lotus acmispon argophyllus fabaceae angiosperms ethnobotany heritage herb yellow green springtime petals superbloom flower bloom blossom wildflowers red rock canyon santa monica mountains topanga coastal sage scrub chaparral oak forest vegetation leaves stems outside california conservation tranquility ecosystem nature indigenous native plants peaceful environment biodiversity botany natural beauty flora scenic hiking love wild inspiration travel learning history discovery exploration