Yellow Cosmos  

-Inherent characters-
It is said to have been introduced in the first year of Taisho. Similar to cosmos, it flowers generously in summer under cool conditions, but does not tolerate the high temperature of summer in warm regions. Sturdy and thrives on well-drained, infertile soil.
-Scientific name-
Cosmos sulphureus
-Common name-
Yellow Cosmos
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names   Kibana-kosumosu,Kibana-Kosumosu-Mikkusu
Family   Compositae
Origin   Mexico
Horticultural classification   Annual
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan   All
What color is it?
Flower  

Leaf  
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
             


   
What size is it?
Plant height   40-110cm
Flower diameter   5-7cm
Inflorescence diameter    
Inflorescence length