Compass Plant – Silphium laciniatum

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

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