Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paradoxos
ID:
116167

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Winkl.) Tzvelev

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS xxvi. 281 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115496



Common Names

  • Trichanthemis
  • Paradoxos
  • False Bugloss


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Synonyms

  • Cancrinia paradoxa C.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Trichanthemis paradoxos (also called Paradoxical Trichanthemis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody base and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and up to 5 cm long. The flowers are yellow and borne in heads. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils in open grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trichanthemis paradoxos is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichanthemis paradoxos is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichanthemis paradoxos is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Trichanthemis paradoxos

Trichanthemis paradoxos is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in the coastal areas of the region.

Trichanthemis paradoxos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichanthemis paradoxos?

Trichanthemis paradoxos

What type of plant is Trichanthemis paradoxos?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Trichanthemis paradoxos found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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-76948: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Constantin Winkler (1848-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Winkl.' in the authors string.