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Tithonia, Mexican Sunflower 'Yellow Torch'

Tithoniarotundifolia

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Tithonia rotundifolia by poisondartfrog
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Tithonia (ti-THO-nee-a)
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Species
rotundifolia (ro-tun-dih-FOH-lee-uh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Succulent
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing

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Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements

Unknown - Tell us

Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

Unknown - Tell us

Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods

Unknown - Tell us

Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Jacksonville, Florida

Barbourville, Kentucky

Brazoria, Texas

Virginia Beach, Virginia

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