The vegetation on the slopes of Addicks Dam varies somewhat with the seasons. This time of the year patches of yellow prairie coneflowers -- aptly called Mexican Hat in recognition of their sombrero-like flower heads -- enliven the green meadows and complement the panorama of tall prairie grasses swaying in the wind.
Prairie grasses and cone flowers with Addicks Reservoir grounds in the background |
Scientific name: Ratibida columnifera aka Ratibida columnaris
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