Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cinereus
ID:
29005

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) R.C.Jacks. & Guard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist lviii. 428 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028334

Common Names

  • Helianthus cinereus
  • Gray Sunflower
  • Gray-headed Sunflower
  • Gray-headed Sunflower

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Description

Helianthus cinereus (also called Gray Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a single stem and yellow flowers. It is native to North America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus cinereus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthus cinereus has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus cinereus is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to North America and is found in open grassland areas. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partly shaded position. Propagation is by seed or division. Sow the seed in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Helianthus cinereus

Helianthus cinereus is native to the eastern United States and can be found in open, sunny areas.

Helianthus cinereus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus cinereus?

Helianthus cinereus

What is the common name of Helianthus cinereus?

Gray Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Helianthus cinereus?

It is native to the eastern and central United States

Species in the Helianthus genus

Helianthus mollis, Helianthus luxurians, Helianthus simulans, Helianthus cusickii, Helianthus arizonensis, Helianthus californicus, Helianthus petiolaris, Helianthus hirsutus, Helianthus divariserratus, Helianthus decapetalus, Helianthus grosseserratus, Helianthus porteri, Helianthus cinereus, Helianthus occidentalis, Helianthus exilis, Helianthus silphioides, Helianthus resinosus, Helianthus microcephalus, Helianthus laetiflorus, Helianthus floridanus, Helianthus carnosus, Helianthus anomalus, Helianthus salicifolius, Helianthus dissectifolius, Helianthus paradoxus, Helianthus deserticola, Helianthus divaricatus, Helianthus radula, Helianthus pumilus, Helianthus smithiorum, Helianthus laciniatus, Helianthus ambiguus, Helianthus ambiguus, Helianthus angustifolius, Helianthus laevigatus, Helianthus glaucus, Helianthus strumosus, Helianthus pauciflorus, Helianthus ciliaris, Helianthus maximiliani, Helianthus glaucophyllus, Helianthus annuus, Helianthus bolanderi, Helianthus tuberosus, Helianthus giganteus, Helianthus alexidis, Helianthus heterophyllus, Helianthus verticillatus, Helianthus praecox, Helianthus schweinitzii,

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Raymond Carl Jackson (1928-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Jacks.' in the authors string.
Arthur Thomas Guard (b.1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:212042-1: Based on the initial data import