Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
concolor
ID:
26830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 8: 434 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026159



Common Names

  • Cosmos concolor
  • Purple Cosmos
  • Mexican Aster


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Description

Cosmos concolor (also called Mexican Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a low-growing plant, reaching a height of up to 3 feet, and has small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils, often in disturbed areas such as roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos concolor is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cosmos concolor is a yellow-white color and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos concolor is a fast-growing annual flower that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in spring or early summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Cosmos concolor

Cosmos concolor is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Cosmos concolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos concolor?

Cosmos concolor

What type of plant is Cosmos concolor?

Annual herb

Where is Cosmos concolor native to?

Southwestern United States

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,

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