Heliopsis helianthoides
A tall late bloomer found in floodplains and similar soils. Distinguished from true sunflowers (Helianthus) by having only opposite leaves and persistant ray flowers (they don't fall off) as the bloom ages. Can form large clumps.
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August 2012
Note serrated edges and reddish stems.
R. Parker
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
False Sunflower
Ox-Eye Sunflower
Ox-Eye Sunflower
Type:
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture:
Dry
Moist
Moist
Light:
Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Part Sun
Part Shade
Can be weedy
Recommended for gardening
Used in traditional 19th century gardens
Recommended for gardening
Used in traditional 19th century gardens