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Heliomeris multiflora var. multiflora Nutt.
Showy false goldeneye, Showy goldeneye
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
Synonyms: Viguiera multiflora
USDA Symbol: HEMUM
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
The perennial showy false goldeneye is sometimes woody at the crown, with several slender, 1-2 ft. stems bearing narrow leaves and yellow, sunflower-like flowers.
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Bloom Information
Bloom Color: YellowBloom Time: Jul , Aug , Sep
Distribution
USA: AZ , CO , ID , MT , NM , NV , NY , TX , UT , WYNative Distribution: S.w. MT to NM, w. to e. CA
Native Habitat: Dry slopes, plains & mt. clearings
USDA Native Status: L48(N)
Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: SunSoil Moisture: Dry
Soil Description: Dry soils.
Conditions Comments: Not Available
Propagation
Description: Propagate by seed.Seed Collection: Not Available
Seed Treatment: Seeds have a prolonged afterripening of 10-12 months. After afterripening requirements are satisfied, germination is moderate at cool temperatures. No treatment necessary.
Commercially Avail: yes
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Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff
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