Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trujilloi
ID:
115545

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.M.Badillo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. n.° 130/131: 350 (-352) (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114874



Common Names

  • Trujillo's Calea
  • Trujillo's Wild Petunia
  • Calea Trujilloi


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Description

Calea trujilloi (also called Trujillo's Calea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a woody stem and leaves that are ovate to lanceolate in shape. It grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calea trujilloi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes. It can be used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and even cancer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calea trujilloi is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea trujilloi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Calea trujilloi

Calea trujilloi is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas, such as pastures and roadsides.

Calea trujilloi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea trujilloi?

Calea trujilloi

What type of plant is Calea trujilloi?

It is a shrub

Where is Calea trujilloi found?

It is found in Mexico

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-76359: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.