Narrowleaf Yellowtops
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Narrowleaf Yellowtops
Flaveria linearis
Narrowleaf Yellowtops are bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. They have long, narrow leaves and grow in sunny places, making them easy to spot in fields and gardens.
Habitat: Fields and gardens
Appearance
The Narrowleaf Yellowtops has numerous small, bright yellow flower heads clustered at the tips of its stems. Its distinctive narrow, linear leaves are a vibrant green, setting it apart from broader-leaved wildflowers.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusFlaveria
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Each tiny flower head is actually a group of many even tinier flowers working together!
It can sometimes be called a "weed" because it's so good at growing anywhere!
Its scientific name, Flaveria, means "yellow" because of its bright, sunny flowers!
This plant loves the sun so much it grows best in very bright, open places.
Special abilities
Ability
Sun-Powered Bloomer
Narrowleaf Yellowtops can bloom for many months, making new flowers even when other plants fade, helping it reproduce often.
Ability
Tough Roots
Narrowleaf Yellowtops has strong roots that help it thrive in dry, sandy soils where many other plants struggle to find water.
Ability
Pollinator Magnet
Narrowleaf Yellowtops uses its bright yellow flowers to attract many different insects, ensuring its seeds are made.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-60 cm
- Spread
- 15-45 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen
pollinates
Monarch Butterfly
Danaus plexippus
sips sweet nectar from flowers
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
gathers pollen and nectar
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't pick flowers unless an adult says it's okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Narrowleaf Yellowtops?
30-60 cm
How wide does Narrowleaf Yellowtops spread?
15-45 cm
How big are the flowers on Narrowleaf Yellowtops?
1-2 cm
When does Narrowleaf Yellowtops bloom?
Summer
Is Narrowleaf Yellowtops edible?
No
Is Narrowleaf Yellowtops toxic?
None
What is Narrowleaf Yellowtops's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Narrowleaf Yellowtops pollinated?
Insect
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