Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glaucophyllus
ID:
82372

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.M.Sm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 10: 192 (-194; fig.) (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081701

Common Names

  • Glaucophyllus Sunflower
  • Glaucophyllus
  • Helianthus

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Description

Helianthus glaucophyllus (also called Paleleaf Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem that can grow up to 1.5m in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a yellow flower head. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus glaucophyllus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Helianthus glaucophyllus flower is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus glaucophyllus is a perennial plant that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Helianthus glaucophyllus

Helianthus glaucophyllus is native to North America and can be found in open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

Helianthus glaucophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus glaucophyllus?

Helianthus glaucophyllus

What is the common name of Helianthus glaucophyllus?

Glaucousleaf Sunflower

What is the habitat of Helianthus glaucophyllus?

Dry, sandy soils in the southwestern 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-38244: Based on the initial data import
Dale Metz Smith (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Sm.' in the authors string.