Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
87594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 41: 270 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086923

Common Names

  • Trixis
  • Nelson's Trixis
  • Nelson's Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Trixis amphimalaca Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Trixis nelsonii (also called Nelson's Trixis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the tropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It has oblong leaves with a glossy green upper surface and a dull underside. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trixis nelsonii is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trixis nelsonii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trixis nelsonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Trixis nelsonii

Trixis nelsonii is native to Mexico and is found in the states of Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas.

Trixis nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trixis nelsonii?

Trixis nelsonii

What is the common name of Trixis nelsonii?

Nelson's Trixis

What type of plant is Trixis nelsonii?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Trixis genus

Trixis hassleri, Trixis pallida, Trixis megalophylla, Trixis calcicola, Trixis inula, Trixis silvatica, Trixis pringlei, Trixis mexicana, Trixis cacalioides, Trixis parviflora, Trixis lessingii, Trixis anomala, Trixis verbascifolia, Trixis grandibracteata, Trixis pterocaulis, Trixis chiapensis, Trixis californica, Trixis ophiorhiza, Trixis villosa, Trixis verbascifolia, Trixis glutinosa, Trixis proustioides, Trixis michuacana, Trixis aggregata, Trixis calycina, Trixis glaziovii, Trixis sagasteguii, Trixis haenkei, Trixis thyrsoidea, Trixis nobilis, Trixis nelsonii, Trixis praestans, Trixis alata, Trixis grisebachii, Trixis longifolia, Trixis matisiana, Trixis hintoniorum, Trixis pruskii, Trixis peruviana, Trixis angustifolia, Trixis churinensis, Trixis divaricata, Trixis spicata, Trixis vauthieri, Trixis hyposericea, Trixis forzzae, Trixis jaliscana,

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-43303: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.