Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dubia
ID:
3785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 1: 337, pl. 33 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003114



Common Names

  • Dubious Tridax
  • Dubious Cudweed
  • Tridax dubia


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Description

Tridax dubia (also called Tridax procumbens, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, white flowers and is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Tridax dubia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tridax dubia is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tridax dubia is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Tridax dubia

Tridax dubia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Tridax dubia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tridax dubia?

Tridax dubia

What is the common name of Tridax dubia?

Dubious Tridax

What is the natural habitat of Tridax dubia?

Grasslands, meadows, and pastures

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