Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heterophyllus
ID:
106369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 7: 74 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000105698

Common Names

  • Swamp Sunflower
  • Variableleaf Sunflower
  • Swamp Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Helianthus elongatus Small [unknown]

Description

Helianthus heterophyllus (also called Variableleaf Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States. It grows in dry, open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus heterophyllus is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used to make dyes and as a source of natural rubber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthus heterophyllus has yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus heterophyllus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Helianthus heterophyllus

Helianthus heterophyllus can be found in the United States, growing in dry, open areas.

Helianthus heterophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus heterophyllus?

Helianthus heterophyllus

What is the common name of Helianthus heterophyllus?

Variable-Leaf Sunflower

What is the family of Helianthus heterophyllus?

Asteraceae

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-6371: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.