Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aubl.) Kuntze
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 428 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717199
Common Names
- Helia grandiflora
- Grandiflora Helia
- Grandiflora Sunflower
Synonyms
- Chelonanthus grandiflorus Hassl. [unknown]
Description
Helia grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Helia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with stems that can reach up to 60 cm in height. It has yellow flowers with purple centers, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny locations.
Uses & Benefits
Helia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helia grandiflora has large yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helia grandiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering in late spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but the seedlings are slow-growing and may not flower for several years.
Where to Find Helia grandiflora
Helia grandiflora is found in the central and southern Andes of Chile and Argentina.
Helia grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helia grandiflora?
Helia grandiflora
What is the natural habitat of Helia grandiflora?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
What is the average height of Helia grandiflora?
2-3 m
Species in the Helia genus
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,