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goldenwave tickseed
Scientific Name: Coreopsis intermedia
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Golden Wave Tickseed
Golden Wave Tickseed, scientifically known as Coreopsis basalis or Coreopsis tinctoria, is a vibrant plant appreciated for its cheerful blooms and adaptability. It's known by various common names, including Dye Flower, Plains Coreopsis, Golden Tickseed, Goldenmane Tickseed, Goldenwave, and Calliopsis. The name "tickseed" is shared with other Coreopsis species.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that Coreopsis species are commonly called "tick seeds," although this refers to the appearance of the seeds and not a potential hazard to pets.
Considerations for Children
- While not explicitly stated in the text, seeds can be a potential choking hazard for young children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Coreopsis basalis or Coreopsis tinctoria
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower Family)
- Synonyms/Alternative Names: Calliopsis
Distribution and Habitat
- Golden Wave Tickseed is a native wildflower of the South and Southeast United States.
- It thrives in poor, sandy, or rocky soils.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a slender annual, typically growing to a height of 1-2 feet.
- It features pinnately-compound foliage.
- The plant produces golden, daisy-like flowers.
- It's an erect herb, more or less glabrous (smooth), scarcely branched above.
Quirky Facts
- Native Americans historically used this plant (specifically noted as Dye Flower) to create yellow and orange dyes.
Other Common Names
- Plains Coreopsis
- Golden Tickseed
- Goldenwave
- Calliopsis
- Sea Dahlia
- Pot of Gold