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tall tickseed
Scientific Name: Coreopsis tripteris
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: MD (tall tickseed)
Tall Tickseed (Coreopsis tripteris)
Tall tickseed, scientifically known as Coreopsis tripteris, is a striking perennial wildflower that can add height and vibrant color to gardens and natural landscapes.
Common Names
- Tall Tickseed
- Tall Coreopsis
- Atlantic Coreopsis
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Coreopsis tripteris L.
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
- Synonym: Coreopsis tripteris var. subrhomboidea Sherff (Taxonomic status: Accepted)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to North America.
- Found in areas from the central and southern Great Plains to other regions.
- Specifically mentioned as native to areas near Mississippi.
- Typically found in prairies, dry open woods, and wooded areas.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- A tall perennial herb, typically growing 3-9 feet (approximately 1-3 meters) in height, but can reach 8 feet or more. Some reports indicate heights up to 10 feet.
- Stalked leaves divided into three lanceolate segments.
- Yellow petals, rounded at the tips.
- Flowers are yellow with brown centers and typically 1-2 inches in diameter.
Ecological Role
- Tickseed can self-sow readily.
- Taller varieties can tend to sprawl and may need support to keep from flopping over.
Cultivation
- Easily grown in dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun.
- Thrives in poor, sandy, or rocky soils.
Quirky Facts
- Tall Coreopsis is more impressive when it occurs in loose colonies, rather than as a stand-alone specimen.
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
- Illinois Plant Information Network (ILPIN): Illinois Distribution
- Discover Life
- Dave's Garden
- Wikimedia Commons