Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
32771

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 52: 41 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032100



Common Names

  • Tithonia Rotundifolia
  • Mexican Sunflower
  • Roundleaf Tithonia


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Description

Tithonia rotundifolia (also called 'Mexican Sunflower', among many other common names) is an annual herb with large, toothed leaves and orange-red flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in disturbed areas and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Tithonia rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tithonia rotundifolia is a bright orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tithonia rotundifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed in spring, or divided in spring or autumn. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Tithonia rotundifolia

Tithonia rotundifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Tithonia rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tithonia rotundifolia?

Tithonia rotundifolia

What is the common name of Tithonia rotundifolia?

Mexican Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Tithonia rotundifolia?

It is native to Mexico and Central America and grows in disturbed habitats

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-131040: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.