Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sulphureus
ID:
31384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Icon. 1: 56 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030713

Common Names

  • Cosmos sulphureus
  • Sulphureus Cosmos
  • Sulphur Cosmos

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Synonyms

  • Bidens artemisiifolia grandiflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cosmos artemisiifolius (Jacq.) M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Coreopsis artemisiifolia Jacq. [unknown]
  • Bidens artemisiifolia parviflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bidens artemisiifolia (Jacq.) Kuntze [illegitimate]
  • Bidens sulfurea (Cav.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Bidens sulphureus (Cav.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cosmos sulphureus sulphureus [unknown]
  • Cosmos sulphureus sulphureus [unknown]
  • Bidens sulphurea Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cosmos aurantiacus Klatt [unknown]
  • Cosmos sulphureus exaristatus Sherff [unknown]
  • Bidens artemisiifolia intermedia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cosmos sulphureus hirsuticaulis Sherff [unknown]
  • Cosmos gracilis Sherff [unknown]
  • Coreopsis artemisifolia Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Cosmea sulphurea Willd. [unknown]
  • Coreopsis artemisiaefolia Jacq. [unknown]
  • Cosmos sulphureus typicus Sherff [invalid]

Description

Cosmos sulphureus (also called ‘sulphur cosmos’, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 30-90 cm and has a stem diameter of up to 5 mm. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate in shape. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmos sulphureus is a perennial plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes as a decorative element. It has a yellow flower that blooms in the summer and is attractive to pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosmos sulphureus has bright yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmos sulphureus is an annual herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Cosmos sulphureus

Cosmos sulphureus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Cosmos sulphureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmos sulphureus?

Cosmos sulphureus

What is the natural habitat of Cosmos sulphureus?

It is found in open woods, meadows, and roadsides in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

What is the blooming season of Cosmos sulphureus?

It blooms from June to August.

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,

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