Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tehuacana
ID:
139996

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 70: 107 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139325



Common Names

  • Tehuacan Isocoma
  • Tehuacan Goldenbush
  • Tehuacan Rayless Goldenbush


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Description

Isocoma tehuacana (also called Tehuacan Isocoma, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isocoma tehuacana is a shrub that can be used as a decorative hedge or border plant. It has bright yellow flowers and is drought-tolerant, making it a good choice for xeriscaping. It also attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isocoma tehuacana has yellow flowers that are 2-3 cm in diameter and have a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isocoma tehuacana is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Isocoma tehuacana

Isocoma tehuacana is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as deserts and prairies.

Isocoma tehuacana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isocoma tehuacana?

Isocoma tehuacana

What is the natural habitat of Isocoma tehuacana?

Grasslands

What are the common names of Isocoma tehuacana?

Tehuacan's Goldenbush

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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