Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
45822

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2(1): 392 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045151



Common Names

  • Tridax angustifolia
  • Narrow-Leaved Tridax
  • Angustifolia


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Synonyms

  • Tridax sodiroi Hieron. ex Sodiro [unknown]
  • Tridax angustifolia angustifolia [unknown]
  • Tridax angustifolia angustifolia [unknown]
  • Tridax sodiroi Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Tridax angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Tridax, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It is typically found in moist, open areas such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed sites. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Tridax angustifolia has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tridax angustifolia var. stuebelii (Hieron.) D.L.Schulz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tridax angustifolia is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is an achene, which is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tridax angustifolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Tridax angustifolia

Tridax angustifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Tridax angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tridax angustifolia?

Tridax angustifolia

What is the common name of Tridax angustifolia?

Narrow-Leaved Tridax

What is the natural habitat of Tridax angustifolia?

It is native to tropical America and is found in moist, open woodland and grassland.

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-143666: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.