Celosia argentea (Cockscomb) - Image 31

Botanical name: Celosia argentea

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

Family: Amaranthaceae

Origin: Americas, Africa, or Asia

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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) red flower close up surrounded by maroon leaves on plant.
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