Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
giganteus
ID:
94879

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 905 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094208

Common Names

  • Giant Sunflower
  • Giant Helianthus
  • Helianthus Giganteus

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Synonyms

  • Helianthus carolinianus Hill [unknown]
  • Helianthus virgatus Lam. [unknown]
  • Helianthus validus E.Watson [unknown]
  • Helianthus alienus E.Watson [unknown]
  • Helianthus crinitus Steud. [unknown]
  • Helianthus altissimus L. [unknown]
  • Helianthus giganteus giganteus [unknown]
  • Helianthus giganteus giganteus [unknown]
  • Helianthus giganteus alienus (E.Watson) Long [unknown]
  • Helianthus borealis E.Watson [unknown]
  • Helianthus subtuberosus Bourg. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Helianthus giganteus subtuberosus Britton [unknown]
  • Helianthus subtuberosus (Britton) Britton [unknown]
  • Helianthus nuttallii subtuberosus (Britton) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Helianthus gigas Michx. [unknown]

Description

Helianthus giganteus (also called 'Giant Sunflower', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the United States and Canada. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It is found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus giganteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus giganteus is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are green with a white or silver underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus giganteus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division is best done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Helianthus giganteus

Helianthus giganteus is native to North America and can be found in the prairies of the Midwest and Great Plains.

Helianthus giganteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus giganteus?

Helianthus giganteus

What is the common name of Helianthus giganteus?

Giant sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Helianthus giganteus?

It is found in open areas in North America.

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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