Black Eyed Susan
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Common name, Scientific name
Black Eyed Susan, Rudbeckia hirta [1]
Physical description (draw on keys and references)
- Black Eyed Susan description:
- 1. Color Yellow rays with a dark brown center
- 2. Height 1-3 feet tall
- 3. Leaves? The leaves are alternating with non parallel veins.
Habitat
This plant is found in tall grass prairies as well as other environments. This plant prefers a dryer climate.
Native/Non-native status
native.
Where plant can be found/distributed
This plant can be found in a variety of environments.
Interactions with pollinators and animals
Many types of bees, flies, and beetles use this plant. This plant has ultraviolet light that helps to guide pollinators into the center of the head.
Notes
Black Eyed Susan were used by early settlers to help stimulate kidney function.
Creator of this research
- Matthew Perkins
References/Sources
- ↑ Runkel, S. T. Roosa, D. M. (1989)Wildflowers of the Tallgrass Prairie the Upper Midwest Holm, H. (2014) Pollinators of Native Plants
Prairie Plants Pioneer: Ada Hayden and Identifying Prairie Plants