Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria atkinsoniana)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Coreopsis tinctoria atkinsoniana is a ANNUAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A beverage is made from the dried plant. It was used instead of coffee. — A beverage is made from the dried plant.; It was used instead of coffee.

Habitat & North American Range

Openings in pine forests on rich moist soils, 1500 - 2250 metres in Arizona. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)