Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Fernald
Source:
gcc
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 44: 622 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096602
Common Names
- Cosmos Nelsonii
- Nelsonii Cosmos
- Cosmos
Description
Cosmos nelsonii (also called Cosmos Nelson, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a single stem, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a smooth margin. It is found in open areas and grasslands, and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Cosmos nelsonii is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping. It has a long blooming period and can add a splash of color to any garden. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cosmos nelsonii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cosmos nelsonii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sunny location in the spring. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant the divisions in the desired location.
Where to Find Cosmos nelsonii
Cosmos nelsonii is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and open woodlands.
Cosmos nelsonii FAQ
What are the common names of Cosmos nelsonii?
Nelson's Cosmos
What is the natural habitat of Cosmos nelsonii?
Meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands
What is the optimal soil pH for Cosmos nelsonii?
6.0 to 7.5
Species in the Cosmos genus
Cosmos linearifolius,
Cosmos ochroleucoflorus,
Cosmos mcvaughii,
Cosmos intercedens,
Cosmos parviflorus,
Cosmos modestus,
Cosmos purpurens,
Cosmos scherfii,
Cosmos atrosanguineus,
Cosmos concolor,
Cosmos sulphureus,
Cosmos pacificus,
Cosmos peucedanifolius,
Cosmos nitidus,
Cosmos bipinnatus,
Cosmos parviflorus,
Cosmos deficiens,
Cosmos sessilis,
Cosmos montanus,
Cosmos palmeri,
Cosmos diversifolius,
Cosmos purpureus,
Cosmos mattfeldii,
Cosmos juxtlahuacensis,
Cosmos pringlei,
Cosmos nelsonii,
Cosmos langlassei,
Cosmos carvifolius,
Cosmos crithmifolius,
Cosmos sherffii,
Cosmos schaffneri,
Cosmos steenisiae,
Cosmos scabiosoides,
Cosmos landii,
Cosmos jaliscensis,
Cosmos caudatus,
Cosmos longipetiolatus,
Cosmos pseudoperfoliatus,
Cosmos ramirezianus,
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,