Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
floridanus
ID:
35728

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray ex Chapm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Fl. South. U.S., ed. 2. 629. 1883

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035057

Common Names

  • Florida Sunflower
  • Helianthus Floridanus
  • Florida Sunflower Helianthus

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Description

Helianthus floridanus (also called Florida Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, open habitats such as sandhills, roadsides, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus floridanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthus floridanus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus floridanus is a perennial that can be grown from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Helianthus floridanus

Helianthus floridanus is found in the southeastern United States.

Helianthus floridanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus floridanus?

Helianthus floridanus

What type of plant is Helianthus floridanus?

It is an annual flowering plant

Where is Helianthus floridanus native to?

It is native to the southeastern 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-133907: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Alvan Wentworth Chapman (1809-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chapm.' in the authors string.