Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
longifolius
ID:
12850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cockerell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Torreya 18: 183. 1918

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012179



Common Names

  • Heliomeris longifolius
  • Long-leaved Heliomeris
  • Longleaved Heliomeris


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Synonyms

  • Heliomeris longifolius longifolius [unknown]

Description

Heliomeris longifolius (also called Longleaf False Goldeneye, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows to a height of 0.6-1.2 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Heliomeris longifolius is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliomeris longifolius is yellow and daisy-like with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliomeris longifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Heliomeris longifolius

Heliomeris longifolius is native to the western United States and can be found in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.

Heliomeris longifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliomeris longifolius?

Heliomeris longifolius

What is the common name of Heliomeris longifolius?

Longleaf Heliomeris

What is the natural habitat of Heliomeris longifolius?

Heliomeris longifolius is native to the western United States

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,

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