Classification of Cosmos Bipinnatus
| Scientific classification | |
|---|---|
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Genus: | Cosmos |
| Species: | C. bipinnatus |
| Binomial name | |
| Cosmos bipinnatus | |
An annual, about 60 cm. high, a native of Mexico; bears pretty pink daisy-like flowers. Flowering in the cold season. Propagated by seeds. There are now many fine varieties, early and late, tall and dwarf grown in the gardens.