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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