Compass Plant Silphium laciniatum

Other common names: Pilot Weed Family: Composite Family (Asteraceae) Flowers: Summer;  Yellow;  7 or more parts (petals) Leaves: Alternate Height: 100-200 cm (39-78 in) Habitat: Forests, Fields and Open Areas Grows in Sun/Shade: Sun Native/Non-native: Native Status:   S-Rank: S1  G-Rank: G5 Rare. For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers Photographs: 104 photographs available, of which 12 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS. Range Map is at the bottom of the page