Cosmos sulphureus
(Sulphur Cosmos)
Cosmos sulphureus, Reimer’s Ranch Park, Travis Co. 5739
Cosmos sulphureus, Reimer’s Ranch Park, Travis Co. 5735
| Scientific Name | Cosmos sulphureus | USDA PLANTS Symbol | COSU5 |
| Common Name | Sulphur Cosmos | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 37165 |
| Family | Asteraceae (Sunflower) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description | Habitat Disturbed sites. Widespread introduced species native to Mexico. Plant: Erect annual 1 to over 6 feet tall, smooth to somewhat hairy stems. Leaves: Opposite, divided into two or three lobes, 2 to almost 5 inches long overall on petioles 3/8 to 2-3/4 inches long. Inflorescence: Usually solitary bright orange or yellowish-red composite blossoms, 1-3/8 to 2-1/8 inches across atop peduncles 4 to 8 inches long; about 8 ray florets; yellow disk florets. Bloom Period: Summer to fall. References: "Manual of the Vascular Plants of Texas" by Correll and Johnston and Flora of North America. |
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Texas Status: Introduced |
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