Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zypaquinensis
ID:
128996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonpl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 2: 18 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128325



Common Names

  • Mexican Marigold
  • Mexican Mint Marigold
  • Tagetes zypaquinensis


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Description

Tagetes zypaquinensis (also called Zypaquin Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tagetes zypaquinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tagetes zypaquinensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tagetes zypaquinensis is a hardy perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring. Seeds should be sown in a sunny spot in the garden in early spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Tagetes zypaquinensis

Tagetes zypaquinensis can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Tagetes zypaquinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tagetes zypaquinensis?

Tagetes zypaquinensis

What is the common name of Tagetes zypaquinensis?

Zypaquin Marigold

What is the natural habitat of Tagetes zypaquinensis?

Dry grassland and rocky slopes

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,