Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flexuosum
ID:
38375

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
New Fl. iv. 81 (Quid ?).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037704



Common Names

  • Helenium flexuosum
  • Flexuous Sneezeweed
  • Wavy-leaved Sneezeweed


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Synonyms

  • Heleniastrum nudiflorum (Nutt.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Helenium nudiflorum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Helenium atropurpureum Kunth & C.D.Bouché [unknown]
  • Leptopoda brachypoda Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Helenium micranthum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Helenium floridanum Fernald [unknown]
  • Helenium nudiflorum nudiflorum [unknown]
  • Helenium nudiflorum nudiflorum [unknown]
  • Helenium godfreyi Fernald [unknown]
  • Helenium brachypoda Alph.Wood [unknown]
  • Helenium quadridentatum Hook. [unknown]
  • Heleniastrum parviflorum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Helenium seminariense Featherm. [unknown]

Description

Helenium flexuosum (also called Helen's Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It has long, thin, flexible stems with yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Helenium flexuosum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Helenium flexuosum are yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helenium flexuosum is an annual herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is best propagated by seed sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seed should be sown in a sunny position and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Helenium flexuosum

Helenium flexuosum is native to North America.

Helenium flexuosum FAQ

What is the growth rate of Helenium flexuosum?

Helenium flexuosum has a moderate growth rate.

What is the soil type suitable for Helenium flexuosum?

Helenium flexuosum prefers well-drained, moist soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Helenium flexuosum?

Helenium flexuosum prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Asteraceae family

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