Pale-Leaf Sunflower
Helianthus strumosus L.

Helianthus strumosus, the Pale-Leaf Sunflower, is a native perennial species in the Asteraceae family. It is found in North America east of the Great Plains and in various regions of Europe. This sunflower thrives in woodland areas, prairies, and meadows with partial sun exposure. It is similar in appearance to other sunflower species such as the Pale Sunflower, Woodland Sunflower, Hispid Sunflower, and Jerusalem Artichoke.
Description
Helianthus strumosus, described by L. in 1753, is a member of the genus Helianthus in the Asteraceae family. It is native to parts of North America and has been introduced to regions in Europe. This species is commonly found in habitats such as woodlands, prairies, and meadows, where it receives partial sunlight. Its distribution includes areas in the United States and Canada, as well as several European countries. The plant is characterized by its pale leaves and is often associated with other sunflower species in similar environments.
Other common names
Pale-Leaf SunflowerPale-Leaved SunflowerPale-Leaved Woodland SunflowerPaleleaf Woodland SunflowerRough SunflowerRough-Leaved SunflowerSwollen SunflowerWoodland Sunflower
Distribution
New Brunswick · Ontario · Quebec · RU · FR · Lithuania · Czech Republic · Hungary · European part of Russia · SE · Vermont-US · LT · Alabama · Arkansas · Baltic States · Belarus · Belgium · Connecticut · Delaware · District of Columbia · Florida · France · Georgia · Illinois · Indiana · Iowa · Kansas · Kentucky · Krym · Louisiana
Synonyms
Helianthus saxicolaHelianthus montanusHelianthus strumosus var. strumosus
