Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 102: t. 6241 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060852
Common Names
- Coreopsis
- Tickseed
- Seaside Tickseed
Synonyms
- Leptosyne maritima A.Gray [unknown]
- Tuckermannia maritima Nutt. [unknown]
Description
Coreopsis maritima (also called Sea Tickseed, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy, coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Coreopsis maritima is a popular ornamental plant that is used in flower beds and borders. It has a long blooming period and is attractive to butterflies and bees. It can also be used as a ground cover in dry, sunny areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coreopsis maritima is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coreopsis maritima is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Coreopsis maritima
Coreopsis maritima is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in sandy soils near the coast.
Coreopsis maritima FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Coreopsis maritima?
Coreopsis maritima requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
How do I propagate Coreopsis maritima?
Coreopsis maritima can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
What is the lifespan of Coreopsis maritima?
Coreopsis maritima has a lifespan of up to 5 years.
Species in the Coreopsis genus
Coreopsis irmscheriana,
Coreopsis mollicula,
Coreopsis venusta,
Coreopsis cajamarcana,
Coreopsis buchii,
Coreopsis gigantea,
Coreopsis teotepecensis,
Coreopsis breviligulata,
Coreopsis pubescens,
Coreopsis guanajuatensis,
Coreopsis aurea,
Coreopsis gladiata,
Coreopsis imbricata,
Coreopsis rosea,
Coreopsis integra,
Coreopsis delphiniifolia,
Coreopsis poloe,
Coreopsis latifolia,
Coreopsis wrightii,
Coreopsis nudata,
Coreopsis seniflora,
Coreopsis auriculata,
Coreopsis atkinsiana,
Coreopsis paludosa,
Coreopsis pringlei,
Coreopsis hamiltonii,
Coreopsis stillmanii,
Coreopsis oaxacensis,
Coreopsis nodosa,
Coreopsis nuecensis,
Coreopsis connata,
Coreopsis pervelutina,
Coreopsis suaveolens,
Coreopsis lopez-mirandae,
Coreopsis celendinensis,
Coreopsis multifida,
Coreopsis notha,
Coreopsis palmata,
Coreopsis douglasii,
Coreopsis spectabilis,
Coreopsis lanceolata,
Coreopsis polyactis,
Coreopsis maritima,
Coreopsis davilae,
Coreopsis rhyacophila,
Coreopsis capillacea,
Coreopsis canescentifolia,
Coreopsis senaria,
Coreopsis fasciculata,
Coreopsis tinctoria,
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,