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largeflower tickseed
Scientific Name: Coreopsis grandiflora var. grandiflora
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Coreopsis grandiflora
Also known as Largeflower tickseed, Large-flower tickseed, or Common coreopsis, Coreopsis grandiflora is a delightful plant admired for its vibrant blooms.
Considerations for Pets
- The common name "tickseed" comes from the resemblance of the plant's seeds to ticks.
Considerations for Children
- The common name "tickseed" comes from the resemblance of the plant's seeds to ticks.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Coreopsis grandiflora Hogg ex Sweet
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
- Synonyms: While the text mentions "Synonym &*!", it does not provide specific synonyms for this plant. It mentions Coreopsis grandiflora Hogg ex Sweet var. pilosa as not accepted. Also, Coreopsis longipes (Hook.) Torr. & A. Gray – not accepted – largeflower tickseed.
Distribution and Habitat
- Coreopsis grandiflora is found growing along roadsides and open fields, particularly throughout the Eastern United States.
- It thrives in dry, sunny prairie uplands and open woodlands.
- Specific locations mentioned include Alabama and Arkansas.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a 1-2 ft. perennial, but can occasionally be an annual.
- The plant features golden yellow flowers that bloom on round, wiry stems.
- Daisy-like flowers with yellow petals.
- It's a single-crown, flowering species.
Quirky Facts
- The specific name "grandiflora" means large flowered.
- One hybrid tickseed is endemic to Florida, but Largeflower Tickseed is also found there.
Additional Information
- The text mentions Dave's Garden as a resource for garden tips and ideas.
- Discover Life is also mentioned as a resource for the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution.