Leafstem tickseed

Coreopsis calliopsidea

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Basic Information

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae

Genus: coreopsis

Plant ID (slug): coreopsis-calliopsidea

Numeric ID: 1112

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Edible Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
Medicinal Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
Other Uses Rating: ★☆☆☆☆

Physical Characteristics

Coreopsis calliopsidea is a ANNUAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). It is in flower from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

South-western N. America.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Coreopsis calliopsidea Leafstem tickseed PFAF Plant Database

Meta Description: Coreopsis calliopsidea is a ANNUAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). It is in flower from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.