Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
basalis
ID:
89708

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 51: 525 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089037



Common Names

  • Coreopsis Basalis
  • Basalis Coreopsis
  • Basal Tickseed


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Synonyms

  • Coreopsis wrightii (A.Gray) H.M.Parker ex E.B.Sm. [unknown]
  • Calliopsis drummondii D.Don [unknown]
  • Calliopsis basalis A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Coreopsis drummondii wrightii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Coreopsis basalis wrightii S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Coreopsis basalis basalis [unknown]
  • Coreopsis drummondii drummondii [unknown]
  • Coreopsis drummondii Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Coreopsis picta hort. [unknown]

Description

Coreopsis basalis (also called Prairie Coreopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It has a single stem with a few branches and grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Great Plains of North America and is found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coreopsis basalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coreopsis basalis is a yellow-orange composite flower head, with a central disc of yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a single flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coreopsis basalis is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late fall.

Where to Find Coreopsis basalis

Coreopsis basalis is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in the states of Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Coreopsis basalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coreopsis basalis?

Coreopsis basalis

What is the common name of Coreopsis basalis?

Basal Coreopsis

Where is Coreopsis basalis native to?

USA

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-4536: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.