Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 113, fig (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024333
Common Names
- Morii Trichogoniopsis
- Trichogoniopsis Morii
- Morii Trichogoniopsis
Description
Trichogoniopsis morii (also called Morii's Trichogoniopsis, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South America. It has a single stem with opposite leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Trichogoniopsis morii is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for animals. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichogoniopsis morii has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are thin and upright with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichogoniopsis morii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in moist soil or a potting mix.
Where to Find Trichogoniopsis morii
Trichogoniopsis morii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Trichogoniopsis morii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichogoniopsis morii?
Trichogoniopsis morii
What is the common name of Trichogoniopsis morii?
Mori's Trichogoniopsis
What is the natural habitat of Trichogoniopsis morii?
Trichogoniopsis morii is found in dry, open areas in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Species in the Trichogoniopsis 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,