Rudbeckia sullivantii
Rudbeckia sullivantii, commonly known as Sullivant's coneflower, is a resilient perennial native to North American prairies. Renowned for its striking golden petals and dark central cones, this medicinal plant is traditionally valued for its restorative properties, offering both aesthetic beauty and therapeutic potential within holistic and herbal traditions.
- Scientific name: Rudbeckia sullivantii
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. It is further identified by the genus Rudbeckia, specifically known as Rudbeckia sullivantii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rudbeckia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rudbeckia sullivantii, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is most frequently called Sullivant's coneflower, while in German, it is known as Sullivants Sonnenhut.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily found across various regions of the North-Central United States. Within the North-Central area, its presence is noted in both Illinois and Missouri. Moving toward the Northeastern United States, its distribution extends into the state of Indiana. It is also documented growing in Michigan, which is located in the Northeast. Finally, its geographical reach concludes with its occurrence in New York.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| North-Central U.S.A. | Illinois | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Missouri | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Indiana | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Michigan | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | New York | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Ohio | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Pennsylvania | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | West Virginia | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Arkansas | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Sullivant's coneflower, utilizes various structures for its growth and potential medicinal applications. The roots serve as a vital foundation, anchoring the perennial herb into the soil and storing essential nutrients to support its seasonal life cycle. Above the ground, the aerial parts consist of the sturdy stems, deeply lobed leaves, and the distinctive yellow, cone-shaped flower heads, all of which contribute to the plant's overall vitality and reproductive success.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rudbeckia sullivantii has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antitussive.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antitussive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |