Helianthus doronicoides (Compositae)

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Helianthus doronicoides
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The Helianthus doronicoides plant species is found in Central N. America - Ohio to Missouri and Arkansas. It is a member of the Compositae family.

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Latin Name:  Helianthus doronicoides
Family:  Compositae
Author:  Lam.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.8   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Dry woods, thickets and clearings[43].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils in a sunny position[1]. Requires a rich soil[1]. Dislikes shade[1]. Plants have a running root system and can be invasive in suitable conditions[233]. The young growth is extremely attractive to slugs, plants can be totally destroyed by them[K]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits[233]. Possibly a naturally ocurring hybrid, H. giganteus x H. mollis[200].

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