Coastal Plain Honeycombhead
(Balduina angustifolia)
Coastal Plain Honeycombhead (Balduina angustifolia)
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Claire Herzog
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Photo by: Claire Herzog | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Claire Herzog | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-05-19T09:58:52-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Balduina angustifolia, commonly known as Coastal Plain Honeycombhead, is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States, particularly found in pine flatwoods, savannas, and other open, sandy habitats within the coastal plain. It typically grows with branching stems reaching up to 3 feet tall and wide. The plant is characterized by its numerous flower heads, each containing vibrant yellow ray and disc florets that bloom from late summer to fall, providing a showy display that attracts pollinators.
Coastal Plain Honeycombhead is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, sandy soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is often used in wildflower gardens, borders, and as part of pollinator-friendly landscapes. This species prefers full sun and can handle low to medium water conditions, requiring well-drained soils to prevent root rot. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to fungal diseases in overly moist conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Coastal Plain Honeycombhead is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, sandy soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is often used in wildflower gardens, borders, and as part of pollinator-friendly landscapes. This species prefers full sun and can handle low to medium water conditions, requiring well-drained soils to prevent root rot. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to fungal diseases in overly moist conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-3 feet
- Width: 0.333-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to pine flatwoods, savannas, and other open, sandy habitats within the coastal plain
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Balduina angustifolia, Actinospermum angustifolium, Balduina multiflora, Marshallia angustifolia, Baldwinia multiflora, Persoonia angustifolia, Buphthalmum angustifolium, Actinospermum multiflorum, Marshallia angustifolia var. angustifolia
GBIF Accepted Name: Balduina angustifolia (Michx.) B.L.Rob.