Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
deserticola
ID:
43629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heiser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Proc. Indiana Acad. Sci. 70: 209 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042958

Common Names

  • Helianthus deserticola
  • Deserticola Sunflower
  • Desert Sunflower

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Description

Helianthus deserticola (also called desert sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in rocky and sandy soils, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus deserticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus deserticola is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus deserticola is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Helianthus deserticola

Helianthus deserticola is native to North America. It is found in dry, desert habitats.

Helianthus deserticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus deserticola?

Helianthus deserticola

What is the common name of Helianthus deserticola?

Desert Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Helianthus deserticola?

Deserts and dry, rocky hillsides

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,

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