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Leavenworth's Tickseed
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Leavenworth's Tickseed
Coreopsis leavenworthii
Leavenworth's Tickseed is a bright yellow flower that loves to bloom in sunny places. It has pretty petals that look like little rays of sunshine, making gardens and fields look cheerful!
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Leavenworth's Tickseed has cheerful, bright yellow, daisy-like flowers, often with darker yellow or brownish centers. Its slender stems bear narrow, grass-like leaves, creating a delicate, airy appearance that stands out in sunny fields.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusCoreopsis
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
1
Interesting facts
It loves sandy, poor soil where many other plants struggle to find enough nutrients to grow!
Its bright yellow petals can completely cover sunny fields, making them look like golden carpets!
Native Americans sometimes used parts of tickseed plants to create beautiful yellow dyes!
The name "Tickseed" comes from its small, dark seeds that look a bit like tiny ticks!
Special abilities
Ability
Drought Defender
Leavenworth's Tickseed can thrive in dry, sandy soil that would harm many other plants, helping it survive arid conditions.
Ability
Seed Sprinkler
It releases many tiny seeds that easily re-grow nearby, allowing it to quickly spread and colonize new areas.
Ability
Pollinator Beacon
Its bright yellow flowers attract busy bees and butterflies, ensuring its seeds are made and new plants can grow.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-90 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer-fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen
pollinates
Monarch Butterfly
Danaus plexippus
sips nectar, aiding reproduction
eaten by
American Goldfinch
Spinus tristis
feeds on mature seeds
eaten by
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Eastern Cottontail
Sylvilagus floridanus
grazes on tender leaves and stems
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch flowers without asking an adult first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Leavenworth's Tickseed?
The easiest way to identify Leavenworth's Tickseed is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How tall is Leavenworth's Tickseed?
30-90 cm
How wide does Leavenworth's Tickseed spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Leavenworth's Tickseed?
2-3 cm
When does Leavenworth's Tickseed bloom?
Summer-fall
Is Leavenworth's Tickseed edible?
No
Is Leavenworth's Tickseed toxic?
None
What is Leavenworth's Tickseed's lifecycle?
Perennial
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