By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Compass plant (Silphium laciniatrum) is a native of the American prairies. Unfortunately, like the prairielands, the plant is declining due to loss of habitat. Growing compass plant flowers in the garden is one way to ensure this lovely plant doesn’t disappear from the American landscape. Read on to learn more about garden compass plants. Compass Plant Information Compass plants look much like wild sunflowers, but although they are both members of the Asteraceae family, they are not the same plant. Compass plants are tall plants with sturdy, bristly stems that reach heights of 9 to 12 feet. The deeply cut leaves, which resemble oak leaves, can reach lengths of 12 to 18 inches. Clusters of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers bloom on the upper part of the plant during the hot summer months. According to available compass plant information, the plant’s unusual
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