Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
annuum
ID:
31309

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh & Lask.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 9: 500, fig. 62 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030638

Common Names

  • Annual Trigonospermum
  • Trigonospermum
  • Annual Trig

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Synonyms

  • Trigonospermum stevensii S.D.Sundb. & Stuessy [unknown]

Description

Trigonospermum annuum (also called Annual Trigonospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows to a height of about 1 meter and has white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and can tolerate a variety of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonospermum annuum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trigonospermum annuum is a white-yellow disc floret, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonospermum annuum is an evergreen shrub that grows in sunny, dry areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny, well-drained position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sunny position.

Where to Find Trigonospermum annuum

Trigonospermum annuum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Trigonospermum annuum FAQ

What is the common name of Trigonospermum annuum?

Annual Trigonospermum

What is the native range of Trigonospermum annuum?

India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka

What is the growth habit of Trigonospermum annuum?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit

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-129621: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
Chester Walter Laskowski (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lask.' in the authors string.