Marcus, Joseph A.
Dracopis amplexicaulis (Vahl) Cass.
Clasping coneflower, Clasping-leaf coneflower
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
This is a smooth-stemmed,
annual coneflower, 2-3 ft. tall, with terminal,
solitary flower heads. The leaves are
oblong with heart-shaped,
clasping bases. The yellow petals, with reddish-purple bases, are numerous and droop away from the dark, elongated, cone-shaped center.
This species
clasping leaves differentiate it from Black-eyed Susan (
Rudbeckia hirta) and Mexican Hat (
Ratibida columnifera).
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: Annual Habit: Herb Leaf: Green
Flower: Flowers 2 inches
Fruit: Size Class: 1-3 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: Apr , May , Jun , Jul
Distribution
USA: AL , AR , FL , GA , IL , KS , LA , MS , MO , NM , ND , OK , SC , TX
Native Distribution: GA to TX & OK
Native Habitat: Ditches, Ravines, Depressions
USDA Native Status: L48(N) Growing Conditions
Water Use: High
Light Requirement: Part Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist
CaCO3 Tolerance: Medium
Soil Description: Various soils. Sandy, Sandy Loam, Medium Loam, Clay Loam, Clay, Acid-based, Calcareous
Benefit
Use Ornamental: Pocket prairie, Blooms ornamental, Wildflower meadow
Use Wildlife: Provides
nectar for bees and butterflies.
Use Medicinal: Cherokee used juice of root for earache. A tea mode from leaves was used as a tonic and diuretic.
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
2010-04-25
