seaside woolly sunflower
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seaside woolly sunflower
Eriophyllum staechadifolium
The seaside woolly sunflower is a bright yellow flower that grows near the ocean. Its soft, fuzzy leaves help it stay cool in the sun and protect it from salty winds.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The seaside woolly sunflower is a low, spreading shrub with distinct fuzzy, silvery-green leaves. Its bright yellow, daisy-like flower heads, clustered at the tips of its branches, provide a vibrant contrast to its pale foliage, making it visually unique along the coast.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusEriophyllum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Even in strong winds, its compact shape keeps it low to the ground, safe and snug.
Its scientific name 'Eriophyllum' literally means 'woolly leaf' in ancient Greek!
Native peoples once used its leaves for traditional remedies to help with various ailments.
This plant is a coastal hero, helping to prevent precious beach sand from blowing away.
Special abilities
Ability
Woolly Winter Coat
The seaside woolly sunflower has soft, fuzzy leaves that protect it from strong winds and salty ocean spray.
Ability
Dune Anchor
Its strong, deep roots spread wide, holding loose sand in place and helping to stabilize fragile coastal dunes.
Ability
Salt Shield
This plant can handle salty air and soil, thriving in harsh seaside conditions where many plants cannot survive.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-100 cm
- Spread
- 50-150 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-4 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring-summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen
pollinates
Yellow-faced bumblebee
Bombus vosnesenskii
gathers pollen for its young
pollinates
Monarch butterfly
Danaus plexippus
sips nectar from its flowers
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Salt Tolerant
Salt tolerant plants can withstand and grow in conditions with elevated salinity levels in the soil or water.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't pick flowers, so they can keep growing for everyone to enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is seaside woolly sunflower?
30-100 cm
How wide does seaside woolly sunflower spread?
50-150 cm
How big are the flowers on seaside woolly sunflower?
2-4 cm
When does seaside woolly sunflower bloom?
Spring-summer
Is seaside woolly sunflower edible?
No
Is seaside woolly sunflower toxic?
None
What is seaside woolly sunflower's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is seaside woolly sunflower pollinated?
Insect
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