Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
9055

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 53: 71 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008384



Common Names

  • Oxeye Sunflower
  • False Sunflower
  • Heliopsis Lanceolata


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Description

Heliopsis lanceolata (also called 'Oxtongue', 'False Sunflower', and 'Ox-eye', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America. It has an upright habit and is characterized by its lance-shaped, green foliage and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in moist, grassy areas, and is often found in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Heliopsis lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliopsis lanceolata has bright yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliopsis lanceolata is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring.

Where to Find Heliopsis lanceolata

Heliopsis lanceolata can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

Heliopsis lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliopsis lanceolata?

Heliopsis lanceolata

What is the common name of Heliopsis lanceolata?

Lanceleaf Oxeye

What is the natural habitat of Heliopsis lanceolata?

It is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

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-108116: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.