Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calva
ID:
124349

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Herald 7-8: 305 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123678



Common Names

  • Mexican Sunflower
  • Tithonia
  • Torch


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Synonyms

  • Gymnolomia calva A.Gray [unknown]
  • Mirasolia calva Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Gymnolomia calva calva [unknown]
  • Tithonia calva calva [unknown]
  • Tithonia calva calva [unknown]

Description

Tithonia calva (also called Mexican Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has large, velvety leaves and bright yellow-orange flowers. It grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Tithonia calva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments including colds, fever, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tithonia calva var. lancifolia (B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) McVaugh
Tithonia calva var. auriculata (Brandegee) La Duke

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tithonia calva has a yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tithonia calva is an annual plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tithonia calva

Tithonia calva is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas and open woods.

Tithonia calva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tithonia calva?

Tithonia calva

What are the common names of Tithonia calva?

Mexican Sunflower, Tree Marigold

Where is Tithonia calva native to?

Tithonia calva is native to 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