Cosmos bipinnatus
Garden cosmos
Cosmos bipinnatus, commonly known as Garden Cosmos, is a vibrant annual herb celebrated for its striking, ray-like blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty in gardens, this species holds traditional significance in various cultures. Its resilient nature and diverse floral hues make it a staple for both pollinators and botanical enthusiasts.
- Scientific name: Cosmos bipinnatus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. Finally, it is classified under the genus Cosmos.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cosmos | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cosmos bipinnatus, is recognized by various common names across different languages and cultures. In German, it is referred to as Schmuckkörbchen, while in Bengali, it is called কসমস. In Finland, it is known as punakosmos, and in Japan, it is called オオハルシャギク. Finally, in Korean, the plant is commonly referred to as 코스모스.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Schmuckkörbchen | Wikidata |
| bn | কসমস | Wikidata |
| fi | punakosmos | Wikidata |
| ja | オオハルシャギク | Wikidata |
| ko | 코스모스 | Wikidata |
| lt | Paprastoji kosmėja | Wikidata |
| nl | Cosmea | Wikidata |
| pl | Kosmos podwójnie pierzasty | Wikidata |
| sv | Rosenskära | Wikidata |
| zh | 大波斯菊 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several parts of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in Great Britain, Ireland, and Norway. Moving toward Middle Europe, the species is also documented in Austria. Additionally, the plant's presence extends to Belgium within the same central region. These locations highlight its ability to thrive in various European climates.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
Activities
Cosmos bipinnatus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |