Whorled Coreopsis
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Whorled Coreopsis
Coreopsis verticillata
Whorled Coreopsis is a bright yellow flower that blooms in the summer. Its petals look like little rays of sunshine, and it attracts butterflies and bees, making gardens lively and colorful!
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Whorled Coreopsis has vibrant yellow, daisy-like flowers, typically with eight ray petals. Its most distinctive feature is its exceptionally fine, thread-like green leaves, which are arranged in elegant whorls around the stem, giving it a delicate, airy appearance.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusCoreopsis
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It's sometimes called "Tickseed" because its seeds look like tiny ticks!
Its scientific name "Coreopsis" means "bug-like," referring to its tiny seeds!
Many gardeners plant it because deer usually leave it alone!
You can find this cheerful plant growing wild in the sunny eastern USA!
Special abilities
Ability
Drought Buster
Whorled Coreopsis has deep roots that help it find water in dry soil, allowing it to thrive even when other plants wilt.
Ability
Pollinator Magnet
Its bright yellow, nectar-rich flowers attract many different insects, ensuring its seeds are made to grow new plants.
Ability
Spreading Star
Whorled Coreopsis can spread underground with rhizomes, helping it quickly form a beautiful patch in sunny spots.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-90 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 2.5-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to fall (June-October)
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from its bright flowers.
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Feeds on nectar, helping to spread pollen.
pollinates
Monarch Butterfly
Danaus plexippus
Visits flowers for nectar, aiding plant reproduction.
eats
American Goldfinch
Spinus tristis
Feasts on the small seeds produced after flowering.
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.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
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.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always ask an adult before picking flowers to keep nature safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Whorled Coreopsis?
30-90 cm
How wide does Whorled Coreopsis spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Whorled Coreopsis?
2.5-5 cm
When does Whorled Coreopsis bloom?
Summer to fall (June-October)
Is Whorled Coreopsis edible?
No
Is Whorled Coreopsis toxic?
None
What is Whorled Coreopsis's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Whorled Coreopsis pollinated?
Insect
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