Tall stems with large yellow daisies tower over deeply cut basal leaves that align north-south.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jul to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 5-9'
- Bloom Colors
- Yellow
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About This Name
Silphium laciniatum is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Compass Plant unambiguously. The genus Silphium places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Compass Plant, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Silphium laciniatum will give you the most precise results.