Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
1455

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 565 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000784

Common Names

  • Showy Montanoa
  • Showy Daisy Tree
  • Showy Tarweed

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Synonyms

  • Montanoa speciosa DC. [unknown]
  • Eriocoma speciosa (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Montanoa speciosa (also called Mexican sunflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, yellow flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Montanoa speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Montanoa speciosa has yellow flowers with a strong scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Montanoa speciosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Montanoa speciosa

Montanoa speciosa is native to Mexico, and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts and rocky slopes.

Montanoa speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Montanoa speciosa?

Montanoa speciosa

What is the common name of Montanoa speciosa?

Mexican Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Montanoa speciosa?

Montanoa speciosa is native to Mexico and Central America.

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-100745: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.