Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
subtuberosus
ID:
136083

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bourg.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135412



Common Names

  • Jerusalem Artichoke
  • Sunroot
  • Sunchoke


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Description

Helianthus subtuberosus (also called Sub-tuberous Sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthus subtuberosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthus subtuberosus is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthus subtuberosus is an annual plant native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Helianthus subtuberosus

Helianthus subtuberosus is native to North America and can be found in the United States and Canada.

Helianthus subtuberosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthus subtuberosus?

Helianthus subtuberosus

What is the common name of Helianthus subtuberosus?

Subterranean Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Helianthus subtuberosus?

Dry, sandy or gravelly soils

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-96153: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Bourgeau (1813-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bourg.' in the authors string.