Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
verticillatus
ID:
111104

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Watson

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000110433

Common Names

  • Whorled Sunflower
  • Helianthus verticillatus
  • Verticillate Sunflower

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Description

Helianthus verticillatus (also called Whorled Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It grows in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus verticillatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus verticillatus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a single yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus verticillatus is a perennial native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Helianthus verticillatus

Helianthus verticillatus is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Helianthus verticillatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus verticillatus?

Helianthus verticillatus

What are the common names of Helianthus verticillatus?

Whorled Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Helianthus verticillatus?

It is native to dry, grassy slopes and open woodlands in North America

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-6945: Based on the initial data import
Elba Emanuel Watson (1871-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Watson' in the authors string.