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Common Name:Plains coreopsis or Calliopsis, Golden tickseed.
Scientific Name: Coreopsis tinctoria
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Coreopsis
Species: Tinctoria
Height: 12 to 40 inches (30–100 cm)
Plant Type: Annuals
Flowering: Mid-summer
Flower Color: Yellow with maroon or brown centers
Plains coreopsis or calliopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria), is an annual flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, Plains Coreopsis is also one of the easiest to grow. A great species, the official state wildflower of Florida. Plant spring or fall, and you'll soon see thin thread-like plants with shiny green stems and very small leaves, Leaves are pinnately-divided, flowering typically occurs in mid-summer, Flowers are brilliant yellow with maroon or brown centers of various sizes.
Garden Flowers & Plants: Photos and Pictures of Plains coreopsis or Calliopsis, Golden tickseed, Coreopsis tinctoria
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