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Search Term(s): Helianthus tuberosus   (1 record found)

ASTERACEAE
Aster Family
Helianthus tuberosus  (Jerusalem artichoke)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Helianthus: from the Greek helios (sun); tuberosus: tuberous
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
August-September
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Roadsides, fields
State Status
Non-indigenous
Piedmont Status
Non-indigenous
Coastal Plain Status
Non-indigenous
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
Native to the Midwest, cultivated in the east
Coefficient of Conservatism
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Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
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Medicinal Properties
Part used: Root. Internally used for minor constipation and as a dietetic aid for diabetics.
ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
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