Actinomeris helianthoides
Actinomeris = Greek for ray and a part
helianthoides = like a sunflower
| Scientific Name: | Actinomeris helianthoides |
| Synonym: | Verbesina helianthoides |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Common Name: | Yellow Crownbeard |
| Authority: | (Michx.) Nutt. |
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| C Value: | 6 |
| Wetness: | UPL |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 2 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Perfect |
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| Flower Color: | Yellow |
| Growth Habit: | Forb |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
| Leaf Toothing: | Entire |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | Central stem is winged, with a slight scattering of small white hairs on the ridges. Alt. leaves ovate in shape, soft, covered with small white hairs. |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |