Helianthus divaricatus L.

Locations ofHelianthus divaricatus L. in Virginia

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Family
Asteraceae
Botanical Name
Helianthus divaricatus L.
Common Name
Woodland Sunflower
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Helianthus divaricatus L.
Comments
Habitat
Mesic to more typically dry forests, woodlands, barrens, outcrops, and clearings; tolerates a wide range of soil conditions but is most numerous in base-rich soils and least frequent in the most acidic and nutrient-poor extremes where ericaceous shrubs are prevalent. Common in the mountains; frequent in the Piedmont; infrequent in the Coastal Plain.
Native Status
Native

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