Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
helianthoides
ID:
72231

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. (Michaux) 2: 135. 1803 [19 Mar 1803]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071560



Common Names

  • Helianthoides Verbesina
  • Golden Crownbeard
  • Yellow Crownbeard


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Description

Verbesina helianthoides (also called yellow crownbeard, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North and South America. It grows to a height of up to 2 m (6.5 ft) and has yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina helianthoides is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina helianthoides has small yellow flowers that are arranged in a corymb. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina helianthoides is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers a well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Verbesina helianthoides

Verbesina helianthoides is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Verbesina helianthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina helianthoides?

Verbesina helianthoides

What is the common name of Verbesina helianthoides?

Sunflower verbesina

What is the habitat of Verbesina helianthoides?

Verbesina helianthoides is found in dry, open areas in the southeastern United States.

Species in the Verbesina genus

Verbesina synethes, Verbesina cymbipalea, Verbesina linearis, Verbesina teotepecana, Verbesina platanarana, Verbesina machucana, Verbesina propinqua, Verbesina ortegae, Verbesina hispida, Verbesina lundellii, Verbesina peruviana, Verbesina nelsonii, Verbesina bolanosana, Verbesina liebmannii, Verbesina lehmannii, Verbesina platyptera, Verbesina walteri, Verbesina discoidea, Verbesina heterophylla, Verbesina macbridei, Verbesina angustifolia, Verbesina microcarpa, Verbesina pallens, Verbesina longifolia, Verbesina rhomboidea, Verbesina chilapana, Verbesina barrancae, Verbesina hypoglauca, Verbesina blakeana, Verbesina centroboyacana, Verbesina villaregalis, Verbesina oligactis, Verbesina nayaritensis, Verbesina eperetma, Verbesina grayi, Verbesina acuminata, Verbesina barclayae, Verbesina alternifolia, Verbesina leucactinota, Verbesina reyesii, Verbesina robinsonii, Verbesina schaffneri, Verbesina kingii, Verbesina dentata, Verbesina ricacosta, Verbesina contumacensis, Verbesina holwayi, Verbesina richardsonii, Verbesina minarum, Verbesina plowmanii,

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-28329: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.