Common Name: Crested CockscombScientific Name Genus: CelosiaFamily Name: AmaranthaceaeIdentification NotesCelosia continues to increase in popularity (and variety of colors) as it's a hardy, unique-looking, drought-tolerant bedding plant that works well both in the garden bed and in containers. Life CycleAnnual Growth HabitUpright, height varies Flowers Bloom TimeSummer Propagation MethodSeeds Varieties or Cultivars Landscape UsesGreat for dry areas, in border plantings, or as part of a cut flower garden.