Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
angelicae
ID:
745596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arbo

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 17: 122 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744929

Common Names

  • Turnera Angelicae
  • Turnera
  • Angelicae

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Description

Turnera angelicae (also called Angelica's Turnera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry grasslands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Turnera angelicae is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. It has medicinal uses, such as for treating fever, and is also used to make rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Turnera angelicae is a yellow or white tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Turnera angelicae is a perennial plant native to Mexico. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of soil types and is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Turnera angelicae

Turnera angelicae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry scrublands.

Turnera angelicae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Turnera angelicae?

Turnera angelicae

What is the native range of Turnera angelicae?

South America

What is the average height of Turnera angelicae?

Up to 1 meter

Species in the Turnera genus

Turnera tapajoensis, Turnera triglandulosa, Turnera ulmifolia, Turnera urbanii, Turnera subulata, Turnera steyermarkii, Turnera stenophylla, Turnera thomasii, Turnera waltherioides, Turnera zeasperma, Turnera venosa, Turnera velutina, Turnera riedeliana, Turnera revoluta, Turnera princeps, Turnera pinifolia, Turnera pumilea, Turnera rubrobracteata, Turnera schomburgkiana, Turnera scabra, Turnera curassavica, Turnera coriacea, Turnera collotricha, Turnera annectens, Turnera hatschbachii, Turnera harleyi, Turnera guianensis, Turnera grandiflora, Turnera gardneriana, Turnera foliosa, Turnera elliptica, Turnera asymmetrica, Turnera clauseniana, Turnera aromatica, Turnera argentea, Turnera cipoensis, Turnera cicatricosa, Turnera castilloi, Turnera caatingana, Turnera breviflora, Turnera odorata, Turnera paruana, Turnera orientalis, Turnera oculata, Turnera ignota, Turnera huberi, Turnera macrophylla, Turnera melanorhiza, Turnera marmorata, Turnera luetzelburgii,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,