Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tagetifolia
ID:
53399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052728



Common Names

  • Tithonia Tagetifolia
  • Tagetifolia Tithonia
  • Mexican Sunflower


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Description

Tithonia tagetifolia (also called Tagetes-Leaf Tithonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tithonia tagetifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tithonia tagetifolia has yellow flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tithonia tagetifolia is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings, and prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is also resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Tithonia tagetifolia

Tithonia tagetifolia is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Tithonia tagetifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tithonia tagetifolia?

Tithonia tagetifolia

What is the common name of Tithonia tagetifolia?

Mexican Sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Tithonia tagetifolia?

It is native to Mexico and 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-151292: Based on the initial data import
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.