Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ciliata
ID:
129332

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 27: 383 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128661

Common Names

  • Helianthella Ciliata
  • Fringed Sunflower
  • Fringed Helianthella

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Description

Helianthella ciliata (also called 'Hairy Sunflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodland. It has yellow ray florets surrounding yellow disc florets, and grows to a height of up to 50 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthella ciliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthella ciliata is yellow and daisy-like, with a central disc of yellow disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, and the seedling is a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthella ciliata is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year to reach maturity.

Where to Find Helianthella ciliata

Helianthella ciliata is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Helianthella ciliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthella ciliata?

Helianthella ciliata

What are the common names of Helianthella ciliata?

Ciliate False Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Helianthella ciliata?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-8963: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.