Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
119167

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 25: 153 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118496



Common Names

  • Heliopsis Filifolia
  • Thread-Leaved Oxeye
  • Thread-Leaved False Sunflower


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Description

Heliopsis filifolia (also called False Sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heliopsis filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliopsis filifolia is a yellow-brown disc floret with a white ligule. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a short beak. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliopsis filifolia is a perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Heliopsis filifolia

Heliopsis filifolia is native to North America and is found in open woodlands, prairies, and meadows. It can be found in the wild in the United States and Canada.

Heliopsis filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliopsis filifolia?

Heliopsis filifolia

What is the growth habit of Heliopsis filifolia?

Heliopsis filifolia is an herbaceous perennial with a clump-forming growth habit.

Where is Heliopsis filifolia found?

Heliopsis filifolia is found in North America.

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-79822: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.