Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
atrorubens
ID:
139535

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 906 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138864



Common Names

  • Jerusalem Artichoke
  • Girasole
  • Helianthus


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Synonyms

  • Helianthus sparsifolius Elliott [unknown]
  • Discomela sparsiflorus Raf. [unknown]
  • Helianthus atrorubens atrorubens [unknown]
  • Discomela atrorubens Raf. [unknown]
  • Helianthus atrorubens alsodes Fernald [unknown]

Description

Helianthus atrorubens (also called Dark-Red Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus atrorubens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus atrorubens is yellow and has multiple rows of petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus atrorubens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in late summer.

Where to Find Helianthus atrorubens

Helianthus atrorubens can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

Helianthus atrorubens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus atrorubens?

Helianthus atrorubens

What is the common name of Helianthus atrorubens?

Dark-Red Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Helianthus atrorubens?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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