Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dissectifolius
ID:
42235

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Jacks.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 15: 268 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041564

Common Names

  • Helianthus dissectifolius
  • Dissectifolius Helianthus
  • Helianthus

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Synonyms

  • Helianthus dissectifolius dissectifolius [unknown]

Description

Helianthus dissectifolius (also called Cut-leaved Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers with a membranous bract. It is found in open grasslands, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus dissectifolius is a low-growing, mat-forming plant that is often used in rock gardens, as a ground cover, and in borders. It is also used as a container plant, and can be used to create a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant lawn.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus dissectifolius is a yellow composite flower head. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus dissectifolius is a perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Helianthus dissectifolius

Helianthus dissectifolius is native to the southeastern United States, where it can be found in open woods and fields.

Helianthus dissectifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus dissectifolius?

Helianthus dissectifolius

What is the common name of Helianthus dissectifolius?

Cutleaf Sunflower

What is the flower color of Helianthus dissectifolius?

The flowers of Helianthus dissectifolius are yellow.

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-140199: Based on the initial data import
Raymond Carl Jackson (1928-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Jacks.' in the authors string.