Family: Asteraceae
Author: (Mill.) DC.
Bibliography: Prodr. 5: 674 (1836)
Year: 1836
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Calea
Vegetable: False
Observations: Mexico to C. America
Description
Jalacate, known scientifically as Calea urticifolia, is a notable species within the Asteraceae family. This plant garners interest for its native range, extending from Mexico through Central America, showcasing its adaptability to diverse environments within these regions.
First described in the botanical work “Prodromus” by (Mill.) DC., Calea urticifolia has been officially recorded since 1836. The plant thrives in the distinct climates and terrains found throughout its native range.
Jalacate can be easily identified by its characteristic foliage, which can exhibit features reminiscent of nettles, and its place within the Asteraceae family underscores its relationship to other well-known floral species. It represents the incredible biodiversity found in its native habitats and provides ecological value, contributing to the rich tapestry of flora where it grows.
For botanists, enthusiasts, or those with a keen interest in indigenous plants of Central America and Mexico, Calea urticifolia stands as a fascinating specimen within the extensive Asteraceae family, offering insights into regional plant life and the ecological roles such species play.
Common Names
En: Jalacate
Es: Jalacate, Jaral
Synonyms
- Calea pellucidinerva (Klatt ex T.Durand & Pittier)
- Galinsoga serrata ((Lag.) Spreng.)
- Calea axillaris var. urticifolia ((Mill.) B.L.Rob. & Greenm.)
- Calea cacosmoides (Less.)
- Solidago urticifolia (Mill.)
- Calea axillaris (DC.)
- Galinsoga brachiata ((Lag.) Spreng.)
- Calea brachiata ((Lag.) DC.)
- Caleacte urticifolia ((Mill.) R.Br.)
- Mocinna serrata (Lag.)
- Calea urticifolia var. axillaris ((DC.) S.F.Blake)
- Mocinna brachiata (Lag.)
- Calea urticifolia var. yucatanensis (Wussow, Urbatsch & G.A.Sullivan)
Distribution
- Belize (native)
- Costa Rica (native)
- El Salvador (native)
- Guatemala (native)
- Honduras (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Northwest (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- Nicaragua (native)
- Panamá (native)
- Zaïre (introduced)
Additional Images
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Flower
Taken Oct 8, 2022 by Rudd (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 16, 2021 by alexander bolaños (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 25, 2022 by Elisabeth Curiel (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 20, 2022 by Elisabeth Curiel (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 8, 2022 by miguel benitez (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Mar 14, 2012 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)
Taken Apr 17, 2019 by OTS – J. González (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Apr 17, 2019 by OTS – J. González (cc-by-nc-sa)
Habit
Taken Mar 14, 2012 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)
Other
Taken Apr 25, 2017 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Jan 20, 2013 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Jan 20, 2013 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Jan 20, 2013 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Apr 25, 2017 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7566486)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:187796-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Calea urticifolia (Mill.) DC.)
