Scapiform perennials to 0.3 m high, rhizomatous, somewhat hairy on most parts. Basal leaves to 4 (–7) cm long, with l:w ratio 2–7, undivided; base petiole-like; margin entire or with scattered teeth; upper surface hispid, with hairs rather robust; lower surface with long hairs along midrib; secondary venation ± distinct on lower surface. Cauline leaves 1–5, much smaller than basal leaves , undivided; base without auricles. Capitula 1 per stem; distal peduncle and margin of bracteoles with coarse hairs; calycular bracteoles 6–8, 5–8 mm long; involucre 7–10 mm long, 3–5 mm diam.; bracts 12–24, sparsely hairy. Florets numerous; ligulate florets 12–20; ligule 10–20 mm long, ?4-or 5-veined. Achenes narrowly obloid, c. 3–4 mm long, unribbed. Pappus ?persistent, c. 6 mm long.
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