Common Sunflower - Helianthus divaricatus
Woodland Sunflower Helianthus divaricatus
- Family: Aster (Asteraceae)
- Group: Dicot
- Habitat: sparse woods, dry thickets
- Height: 2-6 feet
- Flower size: 1-1/2 to 3 inches across
- Flower color: yellow
- Flowering time: July to October
- US Nativity: native
- Duration: Perennial
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb
Symbolism
- Homage and Devotion [Lehner]
- "My eyes see only you!" [Lehner]
- Symbol of the Sun (Incan) [Lehner]
- Flower Emblem of Peru [Lehner]
- Victorian language of flowers - symbol of haughtiness [Martin]
Sources
Connecticut Botanical Society - http://www.ct-botanical-society.org/galleries/helianthusdiva.html
USDA - http://plants.usda.gov/
Lehner. Folklore and symbolism of flowers, plants and trees.
Martin. Garden flower folklore.
Photo: Courtesy SP Johnson.