Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tombadorensis
ID:
25236

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 111 (-112), fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024565



Common Names

  • Trichogonia tombadorensis
  • Tombador Trichogonia
  • Tombador Fluffgrass


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Description

Trichogonia tombadorensis (also called Tombador trichogonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogonia tombadorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dried flower in floral arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichogonia tombadorensis are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, white leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogonia tombadorensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate wet soil. In the spring, the plant should be cut back to encourage new growth. Deadheading will also help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Trichogonia tombadorensis

Trichogonia tombadorensis is native to the Caribbean region.

Trichogonia tombadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogonia tombadorensis?

Trichogonia tombadorensis

What is the common name of Trichogonia tombadorensis?

Tombador's Trichogonia

What is the habitat of Trichogonia tombadorensis?

Dry, sandy soils in grasslands and open woodlands

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-123736: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.