Status:
valid
Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2(2): 318 [-319] (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116726
Common Names
- Arrow-Leaved Sunflower
- Arrow-Leaved Helianthus
- Arrow-Leaved Goldenrod
Synonyms
- Helianthus annuus argophyllus (Torr. & A.Gray) Anashch. [unknown]
Description
Helianthus argophyllus (also called Silverleaf Sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils, and has yellow flowers with a dark center. It has long, silvery-green leaves and can reach up to 1.5 m in height.
Uses & Benefits
Helianthus argophyllus is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helianthus argophyllus is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a bright yellow color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helianthus argophyllus is a perennial plant that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in well-drained soil in full sun. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Helianthus argophyllus
Helianthus argophyllus is native to the United States and can be found in dry, sandy areas.
Helianthus argophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helianthus argophyllus?
Helianthus argophyllus
What is the common name of Helianthus argophyllus?
Silverleaf Sunflower
What is the natural habitat of Helianthus argophyllus?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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,