Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caleoides
ID:
70216

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 428 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069545



Common Names

  • Calea caleoides
  • Calea Zinniaefolia
  • Zinnia-Leaf Calea


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Description

Calea caleoides (also called Mexican Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It has small, white daisy-like flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Calea caleoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea caleoides has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea caleoides is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Mexico. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10 and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established.

Where to Find Calea caleoides

Calea caleoides is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Veracruz.

Calea caleoides FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Calea caleoides?

Calea caleoides prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Calea caleoides?

Calea caleoides prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5.

How much sunlight does Calea caleoides need?

Calea caleoides prefers full sun, at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

Species in the Calea genus

Calea nervosa, Calea perimbricata, Calea ulei, Calea senecioides, Calea gentianoides, Calea rotundifolia, Calea clausseniana, Calea abbreviata, Calea martiana, Calea ferruginea, Calea linearifolia, Calea stenophylla, Calea irwinii, Calea peruviana, Calea sublantanoides, Calea ramosissima, Calea teucriifolia, Calea yuruparina, Calea lucidivenia, Calea marginata, Calea lemmatioides, Calea perijaensis, Calea divergens, Calea umbellulata, Calea prunifolia, Calea solidaginea, Calea rojasiana, Calea abelioides, Calea hymenolepis, Calea clematidea, Calea bahiensis, Calea microphylla, Calea tridactylita, Calea purpurea, Calea morii, Calea longipedicellata, Calea villosa, Calea polycephala, Calea sipapoana, Calea nana, Calea rupicola, Calea nematophylla, Calea kirkbridei, Calea wedelioides, Calea neblinensis, Calea pohliana, Calea dalyi, Calea chapadensis, Calea trichotoma, Calea annua,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-26364: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.