Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insulare
ID:
138418

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 9, Bot. n.° 46: 256 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137747



Common Names

  • Insular Helenium
  • Insular Sneezeweed
  • Insular Yellowtop


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Synonyms

  • Actinea insularis (Phil.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cephalophora insularis Phil. [unknown]

Description

Helenium insulare (also called Helenium insulare, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands, and is found in moist, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helenium insulare is used for its attractive yellow flowers and is often used in flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helenium insulare has yellow to orange flowers with a yellow center and a diameter of 1 inch. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helenium insulare is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Helenium insulare

Helenium insulare can be found in the United States, primarily in the states of Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Helenium insulare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helenium insulare?

Helenium insulare

What is the common name of Helenium insulare?

Island sneezeweed

What type of plant is Helenium insulare?

Herbaceous perennial

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-98417: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.