Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: NO
Description
Appearance: Silphium laciniatum is a tall, herbaceous perennial known for its deeply lobed leaves and yellow, sunflower-like flowers.
Leaves: The leaves are deeply lobed, with deeply cut margins. The basal leaves face north-south – hence the name.
Flowers: The plant produces large, yellow, sunflower-like flowers with a dark center disk.
Habitat: It is commonly found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.
Distribution: Compass plant is native to North America.
Occurrence
Found in the prairie section