Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
21125

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) H.M.Parker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 136(1): 82. 1975

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020454



Common Names

  • Texas Tickseed
  • Wright's Coreopsis
  • Tickseed Sunflower


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Description

Coreopsis wrightii (also called Wright's Coreopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the United States. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Coreopsis wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coreopsis wrightii has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coreopsis wrightii is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Coreopsis wrightii

Coreopsis wrightii can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Coreopsis wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coreopsis wrightii?

Coreopsis wrightii

What type of plant is Coreopsis wrightii?

It is a herb

Where does Coreopsis wrightii grow?

It is native to Mexico and Central America

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-119780: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
H.M. Parker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.M.Parker' in the authors string.