Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
14111

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Pers.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
477 1807

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013440

Common Names

  • Cosmos
  • Mexican Aster
  • Garden Cosmos

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Description

Cosmos parviflorus (also called Dwarf Cosmos, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the western United States and Mexico. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos parviflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in dry areas, and its foliage is used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosmos parviflorus has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos parviflorus is an annual herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Cosmos parviflorus

Cosmos parviflorus is native to South America, and can be found in open, dry areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Cosmos parviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos parviflorus?

Cosmos parviflorus

What is the common name of Cosmos parviflorus?

Small-flowered Cosmos

What is the natural habitat of Cosmos parviflorus?

It is found in dry grassland and open woodland in the mountains of central and southern Spain.

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

Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:198352-1: Based on the initial data import