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Helianthus microcephalus

small woodland sunflower

Family Asteraceae

About

Small woodland sunflower is a small-headed perennial of open woodland and roadsides in North America.

Care at a glance

Pet safety
Not recorded. We have no source on whether this plant is safe for cats, dogs or other pets — that is not the same as safe. Keep it out of reach until you have checked.
People
Not recorded.
Light
Full sun gives the most flowers; partial shade is tolerated. General guidance for the genus
Propagation
Seed or stem cuttings. General guidance for the genus

“General guidance for the genus” marks advice sourced for the genus as a whole rather than this species.

Field notes

Distribution & habitat

Native to North America, in open woods and along roadsides.

Ecology

Host plant for the American painted lady, painted lady and spring azure butterflies, and a larval host for the silvery checkerspot.

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Habitat

Altitude
Not recorded
Altitude class
—
Native to
United States

Cultivation

Difficulty
Not recorded

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