Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
californica
ID:
23339

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Parke, Bot. iv. 103

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022668

Common Names

  • Helianthella californica
  • California Helianthella
  • California False Sunflower

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Synonyms

  • Helianthella californica californica [unknown]

Description

Helianthella californica (also called California False Sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal inflorescence. It grows in dry woods, rocky hillsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthella californica is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthella californica sub. californica
Helianthella californica sub. shastensis (W.A.Weber) W.A.Weber
Helianthella californica sub. nevadensis (Greene) W.A.Weber

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthella californica has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthella californica is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division of the root clump.

Where to Find Helianthella californica

Helianthella californica is found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Helianthella californica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthella californica?

Helianthella californica

What is the common name of Helianthella californica?

California False Sunflower

What is the habitat of Helianthella californica?

Open woods, meadows, and grasslands

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-121908: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.