Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
745606

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arbo

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 17: 243 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744939

Common Names

  • Turnera paradoxa
  • Paradoxical Turnera
  • Paradoxical Turner

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Description

Turnera paradoxa (also called Paradoxical Turnera, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Turnera paradoxa 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 paradoxa 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 paradoxa is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation by cuttings is the easiest and most reliable method. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Turnera paradoxa

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

Turnera paradoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Turnera paradoxa?

Turnera paradoxa

What is the native range of Turnera paradoxa?

South America

What is the average height of Turnera paradoxa?

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,