Small Woodland Sunflower [Helianthus microcephalus] found off the Blue Ridge Parkway, near the Folk Art Center, on 2 August 2013. It’s a member of the Aster (Asteraceae) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 390-391 states that it blooms in summer and fall in moist thickets.
USDA Plants Listing: Helianthus microcephalus
Small Woodland Sunflower near Folk Art Center – 2 August 2013
Small Woodland Sunflower (closer) – 2 August 2013
