Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
helianthoides
ID:
2455

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 608 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001784



Common Names

  • Helianthoides Lasianthaea
  • Sunflower Lasianthaea
  • Sunray Lasianthaea


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Synonyms

  • Zexmenia ovata Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Tithonia ovata Hook. [unknown]
  • Seruneum helianthodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Zexmenia helianthoides helianthoides [unknown]
  • Zexmenia helianthoides Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Lasianthaea helianthoides (also called Sunflower-leaved Lasianthaea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthaea helianthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lasianthaea helianthoides var. nayaritense K.M.Becker

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasianthaea helianthoides has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthaea helianthoides is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lasianthaea helianthoides

Lasianthaea helianthoides is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils.

Lasianthaea helianthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthaea helianthoides?

Lasianthaea helianthoides

What is the common name of Lasianthaea helianthoides?

Sunflower-leaf Cudweed

What is the family of Lasianthaea helianthoides?

Asteraceae

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,