Helianthus decapetalus

Fairly common in moist areas with partial sun. There is a large population in Cornell Botanic Gardens' Mundy Wildflower Garden. Stems only slightly hairy, if at all (vs. H. tuberosus with very hairy stems.)

Seedling

Helianthus decapetalus seedling
Narrow hairy leaves.
R. Parker

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
Ten-Rayed Sunflower
Type: 
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture: 
Moist
Wet
Light: 
Part Sun
Part Shade
Recommended for gardening
Used in traditional 19th century gardens

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