Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Rob.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 107(3): 566 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123438
Common Names
- Trepadonia
- Mexiae
- Mexican Daisy
Synonyms
- Vernonia mexiae H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Trepadonia mexiae (also called 'Mexican Trepadonia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has a simple stem and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Trepadonia mexiae is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trepadonia mexiae is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trepadonia mexiae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It should be planted in spring or fall and can be divided in the spring. Pruning in late summer will help promote new growth.
Where to Find Trepadonia mexiae
Trepadonia mexiae is native to Mexico. It can be found in the wild in this region.
Trepadonia mexiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trepadonia mexiae?
Trepadonia mexiae
What is the common name of Trepadonia mexiae?
Mexia's Trepadonia
Where is Trepadonia mexiae found?
It is found in the temperate regions of Mexico
Species in the Trepadonia genus
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,