Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
125585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 353 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124914



Common Names

  • Graceful Heliopsis
  • Slender Oxeye
  • Graceful False Sunflower


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Synonyms

  • Heliopsis minor C.Mohr [unknown]
  • Heliopsis helianthoides gracilis (Nutt.) Gandhi & R.D.Thomas [unknown]
  • Heliopsis laevis minor Hook. [unknown]

Description

Heliopsis gracilis (also called Oxeye, False Sunflower, and Smooth Oxeye, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has yellow daisy-like flowers, lance-shaped leaves, and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in prairies, meadows, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Heliopsis gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for various animals, including deer, elk, and moose.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliopsis gracilis has small, yellow flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliopsis gracilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote additional blooms.

Where to Find Heliopsis gracilis

Heliopsis gracilis is found in the eastern United States, from Massachusetts to Florida and west to Texas.

Heliopsis gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliopsis gracilis?

Heliopsis gracilis

What is the common name of Heliopsis gracilis?

Slender Heliopsis

What type of plant is Heliopsis gracilis?

Heliopsis gracilis is a perennial herb

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-86001: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.