Family: Asteraceae
eastern coneflower, more..., orange coneflower, showy coneflower
[Rudbeckia speciosa Wender.]
Etymology: Rudbeckia: named after the Swedish father and son who were professors of botany and predecessors of Linnaeus, O.J. Rudbeck (1630-1702) and O.O. Rudbeck (1660-1740) Plants: erect, perennial, 2'-4' tall forb Flowers: head 1 1/2" wide with yellow rays; blooms July-Sept. Habitat: full to partial sun; moderate moisture; in loamy soil Conservation Status: Native
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