Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
27263

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.L.Harms ex B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 204 (-205) (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026592



Common Names

  • Heterotheca mexicana
  • Mexican False Sunflower
  • Mexican Heterotheca


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Description

Heterotheca mexicana (also called Mexican false goldenaster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Mexico. It has a single stem with a rosette of spiny, lobed leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heterotheca mexicana is an edible plant that is often used as a salad green or as a cooked vegetable. It is also used as an herbal remedy to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory illnesses. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heterotheca mexicana has yellow flowers with long, thin spines. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves with spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotheca mexicana is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Heterotheca mexicana

Heterotheca mexicana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Jalisco, Michoacán, and Oaxaca.

Heterotheca mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotheca mexicana?

Heterotheca mexicana

What is the natural habitat of Heterotheca mexicana?

It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

What are the common names of Heterotheca mexicana?

It is also known as Mexican False Sunflower, Mexican Heterotheca, and Mexican False Daisy.

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-125699: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Vernon Lee Harms (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.L.Harms' in the authors string.