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Divergent Sunflower

Helianthus divaricatus L.
Divergent Sunflower
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Helianthus divaricatus, commonly known as Divergent Sunflower, is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to central and eastern North America, ranging from Ontario and Quebec in the north to Florida and Louisiana in the south, and as far west as Iowa and Oklahoma.

Description

Helianthus divaricatus is a species of sunflower found in various regions across North America. It is part of the Asteraceae family and is commonly referred to as Divergent Sunflower. The plant is native to areas including Ontario, Quebec, and the United States, where it can be found in states such as Alabama, Arkansas, and Florida. The species was first published in 1753 by L. and is known for its presence in a wide range of habitats across its distribution.

Other common names

Divergent SunflowerRough SunflowerRough SunfowerSpreading SunflowerWoodland Sunflower

Distribution

Ontario · Quebec · Vermont-US · Global · Alabama · Arkansas · Connecticut · Delaware · District of Columbia · Florida · Georgia · Illinois · Indiana · Iowa · Kentucky · Louisiana · Maine · Maryland · Massachusetts · Michigan · Mississippi · Missouri · New Hampshire · New Jersey · New York · North Carolina · Ohio · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · Québec

Synonyms

Helianthus divaricatus var. divaricatusHelianthus divaricatus var. angustifolius

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