Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
21451

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 660 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020780

Common Names

  • Mexican Espejoa
  • Mexican Mirror Plant
  • Mexican Mirror-Plant

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Synonyms

  • Kleinia mexicana (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Stobaea glabrata Alamán ex DC. [unknown]
  • Jaumea mexicana (DC.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Espejoa mexicana (also called 'Mexican Espejoa', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of hairy leaves and yellow flowers with long, tubular heads. It grows in dry, grassy areas and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Espejoa mexicana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Espejoa mexicana is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Espejoa mexicana is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Espejoa mexicana

Espejoa mexicana can be found in Mexico.

Espejoa mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Espejoa mexicana?

Espejoa mexicana

What is the common name of Espejoa mexicana?

Mexican Espejoa

What is the natural habitat of Espejoa mexicana?

Dry, rocky slopes and canyons

Species in the Espejoa genus

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,