Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tequilanus
ID:
133400

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 44: 622 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132729



Common Names

  • Tequila Daisy
  • Otopappus
  • Otopappus Tequilanus


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Description

Otopappus tequilanus (also called Tequila Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a thick, woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Otopappus tequilanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Otopappus tequilanus are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otopappus tequilanus is a perennial herb that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Otopappus tequilanus

Otopappus tequilanus is native to Mexico, particularly in the states of Jalisco, Nayarit, and Michoacán.

Otopappus tequilanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otopappus tequilanus?

Otopappus tequilanus

What is the common name of Otopappus tequilanus?

Tequila Otopappus

What is the family of Otopappus tequilanus?

Asteraceae

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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