Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tripterocarpa
ID:
126832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rupr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 14: 231 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126161



Common Names

  • Calendula tripterocarpa
  • Tripterocarpa Calendula
  • Calendula


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Description

Calendula tripterocarpa (also called Three-winged Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows to a height of 10-50 cm. It is native to Central and South America, and is commonly found in dry grasslands, rocky hillsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calendula tripterocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and respiratory infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calendula tripterocarpa is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval seed. The seedlings are small, green and feathery.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calendula tripterocarpa is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated from division in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a pot filled with moist soil. The divisions should be kept in a warm, bright area and watered regularly.

Where to Find Calendula tripterocarpa

Calendula tripterocarpa can be found in Mexico.

Calendula tripterocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calendula tripterocarpa?

Calendula tripterocarpa

What is the common name of Calendula tripterocarpa?

Three-winged Calendula

What is the habitat of Calendula tripterocarpa?

It is found in the dry forests of Mexico and Guatemala

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,

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