Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversifolius
ID:
86025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Otto

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cab. 2: 3 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085354



Common Names

  • Cosmos diversifolius
  • Cosmos
  • Diversifolius


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Synonyms

  • Bidens diversifolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cosmos reptans Benth. [unknown]
  • Cosmea diversifolia Heynh. [unknown]
  • Cosmos diversifolius dahlioides (S.Watson) Melchert [unknown]
  • Cosmos diversifolius diversifolius [unknown]
  • Bidens dahlioides S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Cosmos diversifolius (also called Cosmos, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has bright green leaves and daisy-like flowers. It grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos diversifolius is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosmos diversifolius has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped, serrated leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos diversifolius is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cosmos diversifolius

Cosmos diversifolius is native to Central and South America and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Cosmos diversifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos diversifolius?

Cosmos diversifolius

What type of plant is Cosmos diversifolius?

Annual herb

Where is Cosmos diversifolius found?

Mexico, Central America, and South America

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