Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
niveus
ID:
129992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Brandegee

Source:
gcc

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 2, 2: 173 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129321



Common Names

  • Helianthus niveus
  • Silverleaf sunflower
  • White sunflower


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Synonyms

  • Helianthus niveus niveus [unknown]

Description

Helianthus niveus (also called Snowy Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It grows in grasslands, woodlands and rocky hillsides, and has yellow daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus niveus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthus niveus sub. tephrodes (A.Gray) Heiser
Helianthus niveus sub. niveus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthus niveus has yellow, daisy-like flowers with dark yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus niveus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but this can be difficult as the seeds need to be stratified before they will germinate.

Where to Find Helianthus niveus

Helianthus niveus can be found in the prairies of North America.

Helianthus niveus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus niveus?

Helianthus niveus

What type of plant is Helianthus niveus?

Helianthus niveus is an annual herb.

Where is Helianthus niveus found?

Helianthus niveus is found in the United States and Canada.

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-90258: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.