Desert Sunflower

Helianthus deserticola Heiser

Helianthus deserticola, known as the desert sunflower, is a species in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Arizona, Nevada, and Utah, where it thrives in arid, sunlit environments between 400 and 1,500 meters in elevation. This species was first described in 1960 by Heiser.

Description

Helianthus deserticola is a member of the genus Helianthus and is adapted to dry, open habitats. Its distribution is limited to the southwestern United States. The plant is commonly referred to as the desert sunflower in both English and other languages. It is part of the Asteraceae family, a large and diverse group of flowering plants. The species was formally published in 1960.