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largeflower tickseed

Scientific Name: Coreopsis grandiflora var. harveyana

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Coreopsis grandiflora

Coreopsis grandiflora, also known as Largeflower tickseed, Large-flower tickseed, or Common coreopsis, is a perennial plant species belonging to the tickseed genus, Coreopsis.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Coreopsis grandiflora Hogg ex Sweet
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
  • Synonyms: The provided text also lists "Generals Classification Subordinate Taxa Related Links" but this appears to be an artifact of the data extraction process.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found growing along roadsides and in open fields throughout the Eastern United States.
  • Prefers dry, sunny prairie uplands and open woodlands.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • A 1-2 ft. perennial, occasionally annual.
  • Golden yellow, daisy-like flowers bloom on round, wiry stems.
  • Single-crown, flowering species.

Considerations for Pets

  • The common name "tickseed" comes from the resemblance of the seeds to ticks.

Considerations for Children

  • The common name "tickseed" comes from the resemblance of the seeds to ticks.

Other Common Names

  • Calliopsis
  • Large-flowered Coreopsis
  • Common Coroepsis
  • Gullvakkerye (Norwegian)