Celosia argentea (Cockscomb) - Image 27

Botanical name: Celosia argentea

Common names: Cockscomb, Feathered Amaranth, Woolflower, Red Fox

Family: Amaranthaceae

Origin: Americas, Africa, or Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

Hardiness: 35°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunModerate waterRegular waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowers
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Celosia argentea (Cockscomb) orange flower close up against green foliage in sunny light.
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