Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Martens
Source:
gcc
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum [Louvain] 1839: [4], adnot. [1839] ; later publ.: Linnaea 14(Litt.): 133. 1840.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023601
Common Names
- Helianthus grosseserratus
- Grosseserratus Sunflower
- Grosseserratus Helianthus
Synonyms
- Helianthus grosseserratus grosseserratus [unknown]
- Helianthus grosseserratus grosseserratus [unknown]
- Helianthus grosseserratus grosseserratus [unknown]
- Helianthus instabilis E.Watson [unknown]
- Helianthus grosseserratus hypoleucus A.Gray [unknown]
- Helianthus grosseserratus maximus R.W.Long [unknown]
Description
Helianthus grosseserratus (also called sawtooth sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and large, serrated leaves. It prefers sunny, moist habitats and is typically found in open fields and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Helianthus grosseserratus is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helianthus grosseserratus is a yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small and black with a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helianthus grosseserratus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and will tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or by seed.
Where to Find Helianthus grosseserratus
Helianthus grosseserratus is native to North America and can be found in the states of Arkansas, Kansas, and Oklahoma.
Helianthus grosseserratus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helianthus grosseserratus?
Helianthus grosseserratus
What is the common name of Helianthus grosseserratus?
Large-Toothed Sunflower
What is the natural habitat of Helianthus grosseserratus?
Grassy areas, disturbed sites, 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,