Non-native plants this species can replace:
Common Name
Golden ragwort
Heartleaf ragwort
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
2.0
Width (ft)
0.6 -
2.0
Growth Rate
Fast
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Commercially available
Yes
Rabbit resistant
Yes
Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF):
Additional Info
Habitat: Found growing in forests, swamps, ravines, or riparian areas; most frequent and numerous in moderately to strongly base-rich soils. Frequent to common in the mountains and piedmont; infrequent in the coastal Plain.
Wildlife value: Flowers attract pollinators and seeds attract birds.
Notes: Long bloom time; aggressive spreader
Poisonous to Humans
Poison Severity: Low
Poison Symptoms: Liver toxicity; skin irritation following contact.
Flower Color
Gold/Yellow
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Bloom Month
March
April
May
Ground Cover
Yes
Evergreen
Yes
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Wet
Moist
Good Choice for Public Spaces
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant