Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
procumbens
ID:
40198

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 156 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039527



Common Names

  • Heliopsis Procumbens
  • Procumbent Heliopsis
  • Procumbent False Sunflower


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Description

Heliopsis procumbens (also called Spreading Oxeye, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has alternate, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to North America, and is found in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Heliopsis procumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliopsis procumbens flower is yellow, daisy-like and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliopsis procumbens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Heliopsis procumbens

Heliopsis procumbens is native to North America. It can be found in moist, disturbed areas such as roadsides and riverbanks.

Heliopsis procumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliopsis procumbens?

Heliopsis procumbens

What type of plant is Heliopsis procumbens?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant.

What is the natural habitat of Heliopsis procumbens?

It is native to 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,

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