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Search Term(s): Helianthus divaricatus   (1 record found)

ASTERACEAE
Aster Family
Helianthus divaricatus  (woodland sunflower)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Helianthus: from the Greek helios (sun); divaricatus: spreading, diverging
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
August-September
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☐ Sussex

Habitat
Open woodlands and edges, usually rich woodlands
State Status
Rare
Piedmont Status
Rare
Coastal Plain Status
Rare
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
7
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
The genus Helianthus is a possible host plant for Charidryas nycteis (Silvery Checkerspot Butterfly). In addition, H. giganteus is the host plant for the rare Papaipema maritima (Maritime Sunflower Borer Moth).
Wetland Indicator Status
NI
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Tuliptree Rich Wood (Piedmont)
Tuliptree Rich Wood (Coastal Plain)