Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intercedens
ID:
11304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 16: 69 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010633



Common Names

  • Interceding Cosmos
  • Interceding Cosmos Daisy
  • Interceding Cosmos Flower


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Description

Cosmos intercedens (also called Interceding Cosmos, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a solitary flower head. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos intercedens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosmos intercedens has white flowers with yellow centers and a diameter of 1-2 inches. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos intercedens is an annual plant native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Cosmos intercedens

Cosmos intercedens can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, such as Mexico and Brazil.

Cosmos intercedens FAQ

What is the growth rate of Cosmos intercedens?

Cosmos intercedens grows at a slow to moderate rate and can reach up to 2 feet in height.

What type of soil does Cosmos intercedens prefer?

Cosmos intercedens prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

What type of light does Cosmos intercedens need?

Cosmos intercedens needs full sun to partial shade to thrive.

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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