Status:
valid
Authors:
Nutt.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 2: 115 (-116) (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012852
Common Names
- Helianthus
- Petiolaris Helianthus
- Helianthus Petiolaris
Description
Helianthus petiolaris (also called Prairie Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to North America. It grows in prairies, roadsides and other disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Helianthus petiolaris is a perennial sunflower that is native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Helianthus petiolaris var. canescens A.Gray
Helianthus petiolaris sub. petiolaris
Helianthus petiolaris sub. fallax Heiser
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helianthus petiolaris is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helianthus petiolaris is a perennial sunflower native to North America. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is a slow process.
Where to Find Helianthus petiolaris
Helianthus petiolaris is found in the United States and Canada.
Helianthus petiolaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helianthus petiolaris?
Helianthus petiolaris
What is the family of Helianthus petiolaris?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Helianthus petiolaris?
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,