Helenium bigelovii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bigelovii
ID:
71655
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray in Torr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. : 107 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070984
Common Names
- Bigelow's Sneezeweed
- Bigelow's Helenium
- Bigelow's Sneezewort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Helenium bigelovii (also called Bigelow's sneezeweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and a height of up to 1.5 meters. It is native to the United States and Canada and typically grows in moist meadows and along streambanks.
Uses & Benefits
Helenium bigelovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helenium bigelovii has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a tuft of white hairs at the end. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Helenium bigelovii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it should be spaced at least 30 cm apart. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Helenium bigelovii
Helenium bigelovii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Helenium bigelovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helenium bigelovii?
Helenium bigelovii
What is the family of Helenium bigelovii?
Asteraceae
Where is Helenium bigelovii native to?
North America
Species in the Helenium genus
Helenium bolanderi, Helenium argentinum, Helenium stenopterum, Helenium vallenariense, Helenium virginicum, Helenium donianum, Helenium chihuahuense, Helenium aromaticum, Helenium scaposum, Helenium integrifolium, Helenium flexuosum, Helenium campestre, Helenium mexicanum, Helenium quadridentatum, Helenium donianum, Helenium brevifolium, Helenium radiatum, Helenium pinnatifidum, Helenium laciniatum, Helenium atacamense, Helenium bigelovii, Helenium elegans, Helenium amarum, Helenium glaucum, Helenium scorzoneraefolium, Helenium urmenetae, Helenium autumnale, Helenium drummondii, Helenium ovallense, Helenium vernale, Helenium puberulum, Helenium microcephalum, Helenium thurberi, Helenium insulare, Helenium arizonicum, Helenium linifolium,
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-27775: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.