Flora Database

Plant Name:

Lanceleaf Coreopsis

Scientific Name:

Coreopsis lanceolata

Description:

A native perennial herb with bright yellow, daisy-like flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Habitat:

Native to North America and often found in open, sunny environments such as prairies and meadows.

Fauna:

Lanceleaf Coreopsis provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife species, including butterflies such as the eastern tailed-blue and clouded sulphur who are attracted to the plant's flowers for nectar, and bees who are important pollinators for the plant.

Growing Conditions:

Prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Drought-tolerant once established.

Uses:

Often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. The plant's leaves and flowers have been used for medicinal purposes.

Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):

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Poisonous:

Fun Facts:

Lanceleaf Coreopsis is also known as "tickseed" or "sand coreopsis".