Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
17398

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. : 14 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016727

Common Names

  • Helianthus hirsutus
  • Hairy Sunflower
  • Sunflower

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Synonyms

  • Helianthus hirsutus stenophyllus Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Helianthus hirsutus trachyphyllus Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Helianthus strumosus strumosus [unknown]
  • Helianthus hirsutus hirsutus [unknown]
  • Helianthus stenophyllus E.Watson [unknown]
  • Helianthus hispidulus Elliott [unknown]
  • Helianthus diversifolius Elliott [unknown]

Description

Helianthus hirsutus (also called 'Hairy Sunflower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to North America and grows in moist meadows, prairies, and along roadsides. It has a hairy stem and yellow-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus hirsutus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus hirsutus is a yellow-white disc flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus hirsutus is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seed should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Helianthus hirsutus

Helianthus hirsutus can be found in the eastern and central United States, from New York to Texas.

Helianthus hirsutus FAQ

What are the common names of Helianthus hirsutus?

Common names of Helianthus hirsutus include Hairy Sunflower, Hairy Sunflower Plant, and Hairy Sunflowerweed.

What is the scientific classification of Helianthus hirsutus?

The scientific classification of Helianthus hirsutus is as follows: Kingdom: Plantae; Division: Magnoliophyta; Class: Magnoliopsida; Order: Asterales; Family: Asteraceae; Genus: Helianthus; Species: H. hirsutus.

What is the growth habit of Helianthus hirsutus?

Helianthus hirsutus is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 3 feet tall. It has a single, erect stem and produces daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals.

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,