Melampodium perfoliatum
Perfoliate Blackfoot
Also known as: Alcina perfoliata Cav. +5 more
- Alcina perfoliata Cav.
- Camutia perfoliata (Cav.) Bonat. ex Steud.
- Melampodium connatum Moc. & Sessé ex DC.
- Polymnia perfoliata (Cav.) Poir.
- Polymnia revoluta Steud.
- Wedelia perfoliata (Cav.) Willd.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Asteraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Melampodium perfoliatum (commonly known as Perfoliate Blackfoot) is an annual belonging to the Asteraceae family. Originating in North America and South America, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Belgium, California, Cuba, Jawa