Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
taitoensis
ID:
593870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1): 230 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593202

Common Names

  • Celosia taitoensis
  • Celosia
  • Taitoensis

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Description

Celosia taitoensis (also called Taito's Cockscomb, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and Africa, and is found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, fields, and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Celosia taitoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Celosia taitoensis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celosia taitoensis is an annual that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow seeds in a sunny location in early spring. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained soil and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Celosia taitoensis

Celosia taitoensis is native to Japan and can be found in moist, open habitats such as grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Celosia taitoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celosia taitoensis?

Celosia taitoensis

What is the common name of Celosia taitoensis?

Taito Celosia

How tall does Celosia taitoensis grow?

Celosia taitoensis typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet

Species in the Celosia genus

Celosia angustifolia, Celosia anthelminthica, Celosia argentea, Celosia bakeri, Celosia baronii, Celosia benguellensis, Celosia boivinii, Celosia bonnivairii, Celosia brasiliensis, Celosia brevispicata, Celosia chenopodiifolia, Celosia chiapensis, Celosia corymbifera, Celosia elegantissima, Celosia expansifila, Celosia fadenorum, Celosia floribunda, Celosia globosa, Celosia grandifolia, Celosia hastata, Celosia humbertiana, Celosia isertii, Celosia leptostachya, Celosia loandensis, Celosia longifolia, Celosia madagascariensis, Celosia micrantha, Celosia monosperma, Celosia moquinii, Celosia nervosa, Celosia nitida, Celosia orcuttii, Celosia palmeri, Celosia pandurata, Celosia patentiloba, Celosia persicaria, Celosia polygonoides, Celosia polystachia, Celosia pseudovirgata, Celosia pulchella, Celosia richardsiae, Celosia salicifolia, Celosia schweinfurthiana, Celosia spicata, Celosia staticodes, Celosia stuhlmanniana, Celosia taitoensis, Celosia trigyna, Celosia triuncinella, Celosia vanderystii,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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