Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
82943

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 44: 623 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082272



Common Names

  • Palmer's Cosmos
  • Palmer's Daisy
  • Palmer's Fleabane


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Description

Cosmos palmeri (also called Palmer's cosmos, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, pink flowers and grows to a height of about 0.5 meters. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos palmeri is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosmos palmeri has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos palmeri is an annual herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring.

Where to Find Cosmos palmeri

Cosmos palmeri is native to Mexico and can be found in areas with well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight, such as in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Cosmos palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos palmeri?

Cosmos palmeri

What is the common name of Cosmos palmeri?

Palmer's Cosmos

What is the natural habitat of Cosmos palmeri?

Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and disturbed areas

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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