Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl. & Steyerm.) H.Rob. & Brettell
Source:
gcc
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 62 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052734
Common Names
- Sinclairia Tajumulcensis
- Tajumulco Sinclairia
- Tajumulco False-thorn
Description
Sinclairia tajumulcensis (also called Tajumulco Sinclairia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sinclairia tajumulcensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sinclairia tajumulcensis has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped, toothed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sinclairia tajumulcensis is a perennial shrub native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering, and should be pruned regularly to encourage branching and flowering. It is also susceptible to frost damage, so it should be protected during cold weather.
Where to Find Sinclairia tajumulcensis
Sinclairia tajumulcensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.
Sinclairia tajumulcensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sinclairia tajumulcensis?
Sinclairia tajumulcensis
What is the common name of Sinclairia tajumulcensis?
Tajumulco Sinclairia
What is the natural habitat of Sinclairia tajumulcensis?
It is native to Guatemala and Mexico
Species in the Sinclairia genus
Sinclairia hintoniorum,
Sinclairia gentryi,
Sinclairia andrieuxii,
Sinclairia platylepis,
Sinclairia ismaelis,
Sinclairia klattii,
Sinclairia sericolepis,
Sinclairia polyantha,
Sinclairia caducifolia,
Sinclairia hypochlora,
Sinclairia cervina,
Sinclairia angustissima,
Sinclairia broomeae,
Sinclairia adenotricha,
Sinclairia pringlei,
Sinclairia andromachioides,
Sinclairia palmeri,
Sinclairia tajumulcensis,
Sinclairia tonduzii,
Sinclairia liebmannii,
Sinclairia deppeana,
Sinclairia dimidia,
Sinclairia vagans,
Sinclairia glabra,
Sinclairia similis,
Sinclairia manriquei,
Sinclairia discolor,
Sinclairia andromachioides,
Sinclairia moorei,
Sinclairia liebmannii,
Sinclairia broomeae,
Sinclairia deamii,
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,