Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hondurensis
ID:
4708

Status:
valid

Authors:
La Duke

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 84: 139 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004037



Common Names

  • Hondurensis Tithonia
  • Honduran Tithonia
  • Honduran Sunflower


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Description

Tithonia hondurensis (also called Mexican Sunflower, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Central America. It has large, bright orange flowers and grows in open, sunny areas. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tithonia hondurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tithonia hondurensis is a bright orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tithonia hondurensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Tithonia hondurensis

Tithonia hondurensis can be found in the mountains of Central America, including parts of Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Tithonia hondurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tithonia hondurensis?

Tithonia hondurensis

What is the common name of Tithonia hondurensis?

Honduran Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Tithonia hondurensis?

Tithonia hondurensis is found in dry, rocky areas in Central America.

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-103890: Based on the initial data import
John C. La Duke (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'La Duke' in the authors string.