Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 908 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026034
Common Names
- Coreopsis auriculata
- Mouse-ear Coreopsis
- Lance-leaved Tickseed
Synonyms
- Coreopsis diversifolia DC. [unknown]
- Coreopsis diversifolia (Elliott) Hook. [unknown]
- Cymbaecarpa auriculata (L.) Cav. [unknown]
- Coreopsis auriculata diversifolia Elliott [unknown]
Description
Coreopsis auriculata (also called earleaf coreopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Coreopsis auriculata is a species of flowering plant in the aster family, Asteraceae. It is native to the southeastern United States. It has been used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coreopsis auriculata is yellow and the seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coreopsis auriculata is a fast-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. For division, the plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Coreopsis auriculata requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates.
Where to Find Coreopsis auriculata
Coreopsis auriculata can be found in the western United States, including California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Coreopsis auriculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coreopsis auriculata?
Coreopsis auriculata
What is the family of Coreopsis auriculata?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Coreopsis auriculata?
Large-leaf coreopsis
Species in the Coreopsis genus
Coreopsis irmscheriana,
Coreopsis mollicula,
Coreopsis venusta,
Coreopsis cajamarcana,
Coreopsis buchii,
Coreopsis gigantea,
Coreopsis teotepecensis,
Coreopsis breviligulata,
Coreopsis pubescens,
Coreopsis guanajuatensis,
Coreopsis aurea,
Coreopsis gladiata,
Coreopsis imbricata,
Coreopsis rosea,
Coreopsis integra,
Coreopsis delphiniifolia,
Coreopsis poloe,
Coreopsis latifolia,
Coreopsis wrightii,
Coreopsis nudata,
Coreopsis seniflora,
Coreopsis auriculata,
Coreopsis atkinsiana,
Coreopsis paludosa,
Coreopsis pringlei,
Coreopsis hamiltonii,
Coreopsis stillmanii,
Coreopsis oaxacensis,
Coreopsis nodosa,
Coreopsis nuecensis,
Coreopsis connata,
Coreopsis pervelutina,
Coreopsis suaveolens,
Coreopsis lopez-mirandae,
Coreopsis celendinensis,
Coreopsis multifida,
Coreopsis notha,
Coreopsis palmata,
Coreopsis douglasii,
Coreopsis spectabilis,
Coreopsis lanceolata,
Coreopsis polyactis,
Coreopsis maritima,
Coreopsis davilae,
Coreopsis rhyacophila,
Coreopsis capillacea,
Coreopsis canescentifolia,
Coreopsis senaria,
Coreopsis fasciculata,
Coreopsis tinctoria,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,