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Lance-leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) |
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Coreopsis grandis Large-flowered Coreopsis is most likely to be confused with Lance-leaved Coreopsis. The leaves of Lance-leaved Coreopsis are elongate and single (or with two basal lobes), not divided into 3 to 5 separate elongate lobes. The flowering stem of Large-flowered Coreopsis is usually shorter (3 to 5 inches) than that of Lance-leaved Coreopsis (7 to 12 inches). Lance-leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) Identification: Flowers yellow, large, ray florets deeply dentate. Flower stems from base of flower to first leaves (peduncle) long, 7 to 12 inches in length. Leaves either undivided, thin, and elongate, or with two basal lobes. Plant 1 to 3 feet in height. Distribution: Manitoba to Nova Scotia in the north, reaching southward to Florida and eastern Texas. In the east this species is mostly escaped from cultivation. Also known from several western states. Habitat: Lance-leaved Coreopsis is found in open areas on a variety of soils. The species commonly escapes from culativation in the east and is found along roadsides and along the margins of fields. Lance-leaved Coreopsis is a common component of the so-called "wild flower" mixes spread along roadsides. Flowering period: June to October. |
Lance-leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata)
Similar Species: Large-flowered Coreopsis (Coreopsis grandis)
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