Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
62336

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 5(6): 86 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061665



Common Names

  • Oxeye
  • False Sunflower
  • Heliopsis


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Synonyms

  • Heliopsis bupthalmoides A.Gray [unknown]
  • Heliopsis parvifolia parvifolia [unknown]

Description

Heliopsis parvifolia (also called Small-leaf Heliopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has small yellow flowers and grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Heliopsis parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliopsis parvifolia has bright yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliopsis parvifolia is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by sowing the seeds in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Heliopsis parvifolia

Heliopsis parvifolia is found in the prairies and open woodlands of the eastern United States, from Texas to New York.

Heliopsis parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliopsis parvifolia?

Heliopsis parvifolia

What is the common name of Heliopsis parvifolia?

Small-Leaf Heliopsis

Where is Heliopsis parvifolia native to?

It is native to Mexico

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-18687: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.