Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
townsendii
ID:
91505

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 22: 643 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090834



Common Names

  • Townsend's Coreopsis
  • Tickseed
  • Calliopsis


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Description

Coreopsis townsendii (also called Townsend's Tickseed, among many other common names) is an annual wildflower native to the eastern United States. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in open, sunny areas and is found in meadows and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Coreopsis townsendii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. Its leaves can also be used in salads and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coreopsis townsendii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coreopsis townsendii is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Coreopsis townsendii

Coreopsis townsendii is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, sandy soils and disturbed areas.

Coreopsis townsendii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coreopsis townsendii?

Coreopsis townsendii

What is the common name of Coreopsis townsendii?

Townsend's Coreopsis

What is the best soil type for Coreopsis townsendii?

Coreopsis townsendii prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.

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-47116: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.