Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tricephala
ID:
77199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 8: 149 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076528



Common Names

  • Calea Tricephala
  • Three-lobed Calea
  • Three-lobed Aster


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Description

Calea tricephala (also called 'Three-lobed calea', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It has a spreading growth habit and is characterized by its three-lobed leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calea tricephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calea tricephala is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea tricephala is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and the seedlings should emerge in about two weeks. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle. Divide the clumps of plants in the spring or fall to propagate.

Where to Find Calea tricephala

Calea tricephala is native to Mexico and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in the warmer climates of the United States.

Calea tricephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea tricephala?

Calea tricephala

What type of plant is Calea tricephala?

Calea tricephala is a shrub.

Where does Calea tricephala grow?

Calea tricephala is native to Mexico and Central America.

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-33181: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.