Coreopsis major - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
139429
Status:
valid
Authors:
Walter
Source:
gcc
Year:
1788
Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. : 214 (1788)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138758
Common Names
- Coreopsis
- Large Coreopsis
- Coreopsis major
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coreopsis major (also called Large-Flowered Coreopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Coreopsis major is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coreopsis major is a yellow daisy-like flower with a dark yellow center. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coreopsis major is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant the divisions in a sunny location.
Where to Find Coreopsis major
Coreopsis major is found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.
Coreopsis major FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coreopsis major?
Coreopsis major
What type of plant is Coreopsis major?
It is a perennial herb of the daisy family.
Where does Coreopsis major grow?
It is native to the United States and grows in dry, open areas.
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-99388: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.