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UK Thinleaf Sunflower

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower     Edible Symbol 
Image of Thinleaf Sunflower
Helianthus decapetalus
Family: Asteraceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Thinleaf Sunflower
Scientific Name Helianthus decapetalus
MainColor Yellow
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season Found August (Aug - Oct)
ImageUrl Helianthus-004
Photographer DP
Location Found Savill Gardens
Country Found UK
Last Updated 15 September 2026
Photo Quality B

Flower Details

Description

Helianthus decapetalus is a perennial plant with slender stems and bright yellow flowers, typically blooming in late summer to autumn. The leaves are lance-shaped and rough to the touch, and the plant can grow up to 1.5 metres tall.

Distribution

This species is native to eastern North America and thrives in open woodlands and along forest edges. It has been introduced to other regions as an ornamental plant.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility Edible Symbol  

Edible - the seeds are edible and can be consumed raw or roasted.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - no known toxic effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - no known toxic effects on pets.

Active Compounds

None known.

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