Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
divaricatus
ID:
44800

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 906 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044129

Common Names

  • Helianthus divaricatus
  • Woodland Sunflower
  • Wild Sunflower

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Synonyms

  • Helianthus leiostemon Raf. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Helianthus truncatus Schwein. ex Elliott [unknown]
  • Helianthus divaricatus divaricatus [unknown]
  • Helianthus divaricatus angustifolius Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Helianthus divaricatus (also called woodland sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and grows to a height of about 1 foot. It is found in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas, and prefers sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus divaricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus divaricatus is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is an achene, which is a small, dry, one-seeded fruit. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus divaricatus is a perennial wildflower native to North America. It has daisy-like yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is best grown in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Helianthus divaricatus

Helianthus divaricatus is native to North America. It can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, shrublands, and open woodlands.

Helianthus divaricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus divaricatus?

Helianthus divaricatus

What is the common name of Helianthus divaricatus?

Woodland Sunflower

What is the habitat of Helianthus divaricatus?

Woodlands, thickets, and roadsides

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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