Cosmos Bipinnatus

March 18, 2009

in Hong Kong Nature,Hong Kong Plant

Cosmos Bipinnatus, generally known as the Cosmos or the “Mexican Aster”, is a medium sized flowering herbaceous plant sometimes grown in gardens.

Cosmos Bipinnatus - Seashell Cosmos
Seashell Cosmos

Cosmos Bipinnatus - Seashell Cosmos

Cosmos Bipinnatus - DayDream Cosmos
DayDream Cosmos

This species is considered a half-hardy annual, although plants may re-appear via self-sowing for several years. The plant height varies from two to four feet.

Cosmos Bipinnatus

The cultivated varieties appear in shades of pink and purple as well as white. Its foliage is finely-cut into threadlike segments.

Cosmos Bipinnatus

Cosmos Bipinnatus

Cosmos Bipinnatus

Cosmos Bipinnatus

Photographs taken during Hong Kong Flower Show 2009 by Canon 40D, 24-105mm 4.0L

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{ 4 comments… read them below or add one }

19 Seconds Of Spring March 23, 2009 at 12:52 am

Great work, beautiful colours…
Michael

joshi daniel March 24, 2009 at 1:46 am

very colorful shots!

Seraka Photography March 27, 2009 at 5:01 pm

Your shot of the Seashell Cosmos from aside is just stunning :)
I like your colorfull pictures!

Bob March 27, 2009 at 5:28 pm

Love the colours you have captured

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