Coreopsis petrophila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petrophila
ID:
82459
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 22: 428 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081788
Common Names
- Coreopsis petrophila
- Petrophila Coreopsis
- Coreopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coreopsis petrophila (also called Rock Coreopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem that can grow up to 1m in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a yellow flower head. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Coreopsis petrophila is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer and attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coreopsis petrophila is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coreopsis petrophila is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. The plant prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought-tolerant. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.
Where to Find Coreopsis petrophila
Coreopsis petrophila is native to North America and can be found in open woods, prairies, and roadsides.
Coreopsis petrophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coreopsis petrophila?
Coreopsis petrophila
What are the common names of Coreopsis petrophila?
No common names
What is the growth habit of Coreopsis petrophila?
It is an annual herb
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-38327: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.