Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montanus
ID:
82199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 8: 433 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081528



Common Names

  • Cosmos montanus
  • Mountain Cosmos
  • Mountain Daisy


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Description

Cosmos montanus (also called Mountain Cosmos, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos montanus, commonly known as the Mountain Cosmos, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cosmos montanus is a small yellow disc flower, with a single yellow disc floret in the center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos montanus is an annual herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cosmos montanus

Cosmos montanus can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Cosmos montanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos montanus?

Cosmos montanus

What is the family of Cosmos montanus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Cosmos montanus?

Mexican aster

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-38075: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.