Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schweinitzii
ID:
115679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2: 330 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115008

Common Names

  • Schweinitzii Sunflower
  • Schweinitzii Helianthus
  • Schweinitzii Jerusalem Artichoke

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Description

Helianthus schweinitzii (also called Schweinitz's Sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, open woods, meadows, and roadsides. The plant has yellow flowers and grows up to 8 feet tall.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus schweinitzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthus schweinitzii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus schweinitzii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or division in spring or early summer. It can be grown from seed, but it is best to sow the seeds in the fall for germination in the spring.

Where to Find Helianthus schweinitzii

Helianthus schweinitzii can be found in the southeastern United States.

Helianthus schweinitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus schweinitzii?

Helianthus schweinitzii

What is the common name of Helianthus schweinitzii?

Schweinitz's sunflower

What is the optimal climate for Helianthus schweinitzii?

Helianthus schweinitzii prefers warm and dry climates.

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-76485: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.