Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pacificus
ID:
31875

Status:
valid

Authors:
Melchert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69(3): 213 (1990), nom. nov. (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031204

Common Names

  • Cosmos Pacificus
  • Pacificus
  • Pacific Cosmos

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Synonyms

  • Cosmos pacificus pacificus [unknown]
  • Cosmos caudatus exaristatus Sherff [unknown]

Description

Cosmos pacificus (also called Pacific cosmos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a branching stem, fern-like leaves, and pink to white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos pacificus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosmos pacificus has daisy-like flowers that are typically white, pink or purple in color. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos pacificus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Cosmos pacificus

Cosmos pacificus is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas.

Cosmos pacificus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos pacificus?

Cosmos pacificus

What is the natural habitat of Cosmos pacificus?

It is found in the Pacific Islands, including Hawaii, New Zealand, and the Philippines.

What are the uses of Cosmos pacificus?

It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

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-130177: Based on the initial data import
Thomas E. Melchert (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melchert' in the authors string.