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California tickseed
Scientific Name: Coreopsis californica
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Coreopsis californica: California Tickseed
Coreopsis californica, a member of the Asteraceae (sunflower or daisy) family, is a captivating wildflower native to North America, particularly California. It's also commonly referred to as California tickseed, Newberry's tickseed, or simply tickseed.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Coreopsis californica (Nutt.) H. Sharsm.
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower/Daisy family)
- Synonyms: Leptosyne californica Nutt.
- Subspecies: Coreopsis californica var. californica
Distribution and Habitat
- Coreopsis californica is endemic to California, thriving in dry habitats, including dry gravelly slopes, the southern California Coast Ranges, and southwestern Sierra Nevada.
- Specific locations mentioned include Johnson Canyon in Death Valley National Park and the Mojave Desert.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is described as an annual herb with a dicot structure.
- Characterized by yellow, daisy-like flowers.
- Some varieties are taprooted and rosetted with a short stem.
Ecological Role
- It is mentioned as a seasonal blooming plant in California.
Common Names
- California Tickseed
- Newberry's Tickseed
- Tickseed
- Calliopsis
- Sea Dahlia
- Pot of Gold
- Goldenwave
Resources
- Dave's Garden
- Discover Life
- California Native Plant Society