Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
persicifolia
ID:
28624

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Phytologia Mem. 10: 57, as 'persicaefolius': (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027953



Common Names

  • Tagetes persicifolia
  • Persian Marigold
  • Mexican Marigold


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Synonyms

  • Adenopappus persicaefolius Benth. [unknown]

Description

Tagetes persicifolia (also called Mexican Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the daisy family. It is native to Mexico, where it grows in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Tagetes persicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period, and its flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tagetes persicifolia is yellow, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tagetes persicifolia is an annual plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be cultivated in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Tagetes persicifolia

Tagetes persicifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, and Oaxaca.

Tagetes persicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tagetes persicifolia?

Tagetes persicifolia

What is the common name of Tagetes persicifolia?

Peach-leaf marigold

What is the habitat of Tagetes persicifolia?

Tagetes persicifolia is found in dry, open woodlands, chaparral, and grasslands.

Species in the Tagetes genus

Tagetes daucoides, Tagetes multiflora, Tagetes biflora, Tagetes mendocina, Tagetes oaxacana, Tagetes pringlei, Tagetes coronopifolia, Tagetes osteni, Tagetes stenophylla, Tagetes laxa, Tagetes micrantha, Tagetes foetidissima, Tagetes perezi, Tagetes minuta, Tagetes subulata, Tagetes lucida, Tagetes pauciloba, Tagetes persicifolia, Tagetes lacera, Tagetes minima, Tagetes mandonii, Tagetes nelsonii, Tagetes parryi, Tagetes terniflora, Tagetes hartwegii, Tagetes apetala, Tagetes gracilis, Tagetes moorei, Tagetes lemmonii, Tagetes verticillata, Tagetes palmeri, Tagetes iltisiana, Tagetes lucida, Tagetes praetermissa, Tagetes epapposa, Tagetes erecta, Tagetes tenuifolia, Tagetes inclusa, Tagetes mulleri, Tagetes dianthiflora, Tagetes elliptica, Tagetes lunulata, Tagetes rupestris, Tagetes campanulata, Tagetes filifolia, Tagetes sororia, Tagetes argentina, Tagetes zypaquinensis, Tagetes arenicola, Tagetes linifolia,

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.