Helianthus debilis
Beach Sunflower
- Family: Asteraceae
- Form: Perennial groundcover
- Leaves: Simple, alternate, entire to wavy and toothed, scabrous
- Stem/Bark: Herbaceous
- Flower: Yellow petals with brown central disc
- Fruit: Achene
- Comments: There are three H. debilis subspecies occurring naturally in Florida . Helianthus angustifolius is another native ornamental species reaching 6 ft.
- Additional Resources:
The Institute for Regional Conservation Link
UF IFAS Extension Native Plant Fact Sheet Listings
Florida Native Plant Society
