Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crocinervosa
ID:
80910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wussow, Urbatsch & G.A.Sullivan

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 10: 247 (-248), fig (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080239

Common Names

  • Crocinervosa Calea
  • Mexican Calea
  • Mexican Zinnia

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Description

Calea crocinervosa (also called Mexican Calea, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Calea crocinervosa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating digestive disorders and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea crocinervosa has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea crocinervosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny spot in well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be divided in the spring or autumn and should be planted in a sheltered spot.

Where to Find Calea crocinervosa

Calea crocinervosa can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Calea crocinervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea crocinervosa?

Calea crocinervosa

What is the common name of Calea crocinervosa?

Ribbon calea

Where is Calea crocinervosa native to?

Mexico

Species in the Calea genus

Calea nervosa, Calea perimbricata, Calea ulei, Calea senecioides, Calea gentianoides, Calea rotundifolia, Calea clausseniana, Calea abbreviata, Calea martiana, Calea ferruginea, Calea linearifolia, Calea stenophylla, Calea irwinii, Calea peruviana, Calea sublantanoides, Calea ramosissima, Calea teucriifolia, Calea yuruparina, Calea lucidivenia, Calea marginata, Calea lemmatioides, Calea perijaensis, Calea divergens, Calea umbellulata, Calea prunifolia, Calea solidaginea, Calea rojasiana, Calea abelioides, Calea hymenolepis, Calea clematidea, Calea bahiensis, Calea microphylla, Calea tridactylita, Calea purpurea, Calea morii, Calea longipedicellata, Calea villosa, Calea polycephala, Calea sipapoana, Calea nana, Calea rupicola, Calea nematophylla, Calea kirkbridei, Calea wedelioides, Calea neblinensis, Calea pohliana, Calea dalyi, Calea chapadensis, Calea trichotoma, Calea annua,

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-36810: Based on the initial data import
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
James R. Wussow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wussow' in the authors string.
G.A. Sullivan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Sullivan' in the authors string.