Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
californica
ID:
136117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) H.Sharsm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Madroño 4: 217. 1938

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135446

Common Names

  • California Tickseed
  • California Coreopsis
  • Golden Coreopsis

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Synonyms

  • Leptosyne californica Nutt. [unknown]
  • Coreopsis californica newberryi (A.Gray) E.B.Sm. [unknown]
  • Coreopsis californica californica [unknown]
  • Coreopsis californica newberryi (A.Gray) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Coreopsis californica californica [unknown]
  • Coreopsis newberryi A.Gray [unknown]
  • Leptosyne newberryi A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Coreopsis californica (also called California tickseed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. It is native to California and Oregon, and it typically grows in open grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands. It has a single stem that is covered in short, soft hairs and grows up to a height of about 1 meter. Its leaves are lanceolate and have a smooth texture. Its flowers are yellow and have a daisy-like shape.

Uses & Benefits

Coreopsis californica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coreopsis californica has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coreopsis californica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Coreopsis californica

Coreopsis californica is native to California and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils, often in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Coreopsis californica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coreopsis californica?

Coreopsis californica

What is the common name of Coreopsis californica?

California Coreopsis

What is the natural habitat of Coreopsis californica?

Dry, sandy or gravelly soils

Species in the Coreopsis genus

Coreopsis irmscheriana, Coreopsis mollicula, Coreopsis venusta, Coreopsis cajamarcana, Coreopsis buchii, Coreopsis gigantea, Coreopsis teotepecensis, Coreopsis breviligulata, Coreopsis pubescens, Coreopsis guanajuatensis, Coreopsis aurea, Coreopsis gladiata, Coreopsis imbricata, Coreopsis rosea, Coreopsis integra, Coreopsis delphiniifolia, Coreopsis poloe, Coreopsis latifolia, Coreopsis wrightii, Coreopsis nudata, Coreopsis seniflora, Coreopsis auriculata, Coreopsis atkinsiana, Coreopsis paludosa, Coreopsis pringlei, Coreopsis hamiltonii, Coreopsis stillmanii, Coreopsis oaxacensis, Coreopsis nodosa, Coreopsis nuecensis, Coreopsis connata, Coreopsis pervelutina, Coreopsis suaveolens, Coreopsis lopez-mirandae, Coreopsis celendinensis, Coreopsis multifida, Coreopsis notha, Coreopsis palmata, Coreopsis douglasii, Coreopsis spectabilis, Coreopsis lanceolata, Coreopsis polyactis, Coreopsis maritima, Coreopsis davilae, Coreopsis rhyacophila, Coreopsis capillacea, Coreopsis canescentifolia, Coreopsis senaria, Coreopsis fasciculata, Coreopsis tinctoria,

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-96187: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Helen Sharsmith (1905-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Sharsm.' in the authors string.