Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jaliscensis
ID:
137191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 16: 66 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136520



Common Names

  • Cosmos jaliscensis
  • Jalisco Cosmos
  • Jalisco Cosmos


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Description

Cosmos jaliscensis (also called Jalisco Cosmos, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a branching habit and grows in disturbed areas, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos jaliscensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, skin infections, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cosmos jaliscensis is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos jaliscensis is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Cosmos jaliscensis

Cosmos jaliscensis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Cosmos jaliscensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos jaliscensis?

Cosmos jaliscensis

What is the common name of Cosmos jaliscensis?

Jalisco Cosmos

What type of plant is Cosmos jaliscensis?

Herbaceous perennial

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-9723: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.