Cutleaf coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata)
Cutleaf coneflower, also known as Thimbleweed, Sochan
The Cutleaf Coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata) resembles the Sunflower and Black-eyed Susan but is distinguished by its greenish-yellow center and back-tilted rays. This plant is a crucial food source for honeybees, butterflies, and songbirds. Additionally, its early spring leaves can be boiled to create tasty greens.
Key Facts About Cutleaf coneflower
Attributes of Cutleaf coneflower
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
50 cm to 2 m
Spread
60 cm to 1.2 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
7 cm to 10 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Green
Scientific Classification of Cutleaf coneflower
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies
Family
Daisy
Genus
Coneflowers
Species
Cutleaf coneflower