Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tajumulcensis
ID:
53405

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl. & Steyerm.) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 62 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052734



Common Names

  • Sinclairia Tajumulcensis
  • Tajumulco Sinclairia
  • Tajumulco False-thorn


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Description

Sinclairia tajumulcensis (also called Tajumulco Sinclairia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sinclairia tajumulcensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sinclairia tajumulcensis has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinclairia tajumulcensis is a perennial shrub native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering, and should be pruned regularly to encourage branching and flowering. It is also susceptible to frost damage, so it should be protected during cold weather.

Where to Find Sinclairia tajumulcensis

Sinclairia tajumulcensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Sinclairia tajumulcensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinclairia tajumulcensis?

Sinclairia tajumulcensis

What is the common name of Sinclairia tajumulcensis?

Tajumulco Sinclairia

What is the natural habitat of Sinclairia tajumulcensis?

It is native to Guatemala and Mexico

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-15130: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.