Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anomala
ID:
92806

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.E.Jones) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 338. 1988

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092135



Common Names

  • Anomala Heliopsis
  • Heliopsis Anomala
  • False Sunflower


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Synonyms

  • Encelia anomala M.E.Jones [unknown]

Description

Heliopsis anomala (also called Anomalous Heliopsis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It has a clumping habit and can reach up to 1 m in height. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Heliopsis anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliopsis anomala is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are yellowish-green and have a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliopsis anomala is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it is a slow process. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in early summer.

Where to Find Heliopsis anomala

Heliopsis anomala is native to North America and is found in the dry prairies of the Great Plains.

Heliopsis anomala FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Heliopsis anomala?

Heliopsis anomala prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How often should Heliopsis anomala be watered?

Heliopsis anomala should be watered regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

How big does Heliopsis anomala grow?

Heliopsis anomala can reach a height of up to 1m and a width of up to 0.5m.

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-48386: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.