Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinaloensis
ID:
73545

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 63: 2, fig (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072874

Common Names

  • Heliopsis
  • Sinaloa Oxeye
  • Sinaloensis

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Description

Heliopsis sinaloensis (also called Sinaloan false sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 1 m in height. The leaves are ovate and have a dark green color. The flowers are yellow and have dark centers. It grows in dry, open, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heliopsis sinaloensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliopsis sinaloensis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliopsis sinaloensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location.

Where to Find Heliopsis sinaloensis

Heliopsis sinaloensis is native to Mexico.

Heliopsis sinaloensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliopsis sinaloensis?

Heliopsis sinaloensis

What type of plant is Heliopsis sinaloensis?

A perennial herb

Where is Heliopsis sinaloensis found?

It is found in Mexico and Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-29617: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.