Scientific Family
Asteraceae
Other common names
goldenwaves
garden coreopsis
Plant type
Forbs and Subshrubs
Origin
Native
Lifecycle
Annual
Similar species
Coreopsis cardaminefolia
Height
3 feet
Riparian
Yes
Has erect stems with multiple branching above. Flower heads can be numerous and attractive.
Seeds without wings distinguish this species from other Coreopsis sp.
Habitat
Moist bottomlands, waste areas and roadsides but does need well drained soil.
Plant Community
Riparian
Disturbed Areas
Low elevation
0
High elevation
7000
Flower Characteristics
Yellow with a reddish-brown base. Has 5 to 7 rays to 1-1/4 inches wide.
Flower color
Yellow
Flower shape
Daisy or dandelion-like
Tubular
No
First bloom month
June
Last bloom month
September
Flower clusters
None
Leaf and Stem Characteristics
Pinnate with 2 to 3 pairs of linear lobes to 4 inches long.
Leaf type
Compound
Leaf color
Dark green
Leaf shape
Narrow
Leaf margin
Smooth
Leaves clasp
No
Leaf hairs
None
Spines
No
Fruit and Seed Characteristics
Less than 1/8 inch in size with linear to oblong shape and smooth surface.
Fruit type
Achene
Fruit color
Black
Seeds without wings.