Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perfoliatum
ID:
86805

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1232 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086134

Common Names

  • Silphium perfoliatum
  • Perfoliatum Silphium
  • Silphium

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Synonyms

  • Silphium scabrum Moench [unknown]
  • Silphium conjunctum Willd. [unknown]
  • Silphium hornemannii Schrad. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Silphium tetragonum Moench [unknown]
  • Silphium perfoliatum perfoliatum [unknown]
  • Silphium perfoliatum perfoliatum [unknown]
  • Silphium erythrocaulon Bernh. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Silphium perfoliatum perfoliatum [unknown]
  • Silphium quadrangulum Hedw. [unknown]
  • Silphium petiolatum Poir. [unknown]
  • Resinocaulon perfoliatum Lunell [unknown]

Description

Silphium perfoliatum (also called Cup Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem. It is native to the eastern United States and grows in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Silphium perfoliatum is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Silphium perfoliatum var. connatum (L.) Cronquist

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Silphium perfoliatum is a yellow, daisy-like head of small, tubular florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are short and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Silphium perfoliatum is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn. The seed should be sown in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted in spring.

Where to Find Silphium perfoliatum

Silphium perfoliatum can be found in the eastern United States and Canada.

Silphium perfoliatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Silphium perfoliatum?

Silphium perfoliatum

What is the natural habitat of Silphium perfoliatum?

It is native to the eastern United States.

What are the uses of Silphium perfoliatum?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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