Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia rotundifolia ) | Annuals & Biennials | Plants

Mexican Sunflower

Tithonia rotundifolia

Common Name: Mexican Sunflower
Genus: Tithonia
Species: rotundifolia

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Category: Annuals & Biennials

Height: 2.00 m (200 cm)
Spread: 0.50 m (50 cm)

Hardiness: Tender
Growth Rate: Fast growing
Flowering Period: August and September
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Orange
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Soil Type: Sandy/Light or Chalky/Alkaline
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained
Features: Makes good cut flowers

This annual is grown for its bright orange daisy-like flowers that are produced from late summer and into autumn. Tithonia rotundifolia grows quickly and soon becomes very tall. The leaves are hairy and toothed. Dead-head the flowers regularly, they are also good for use as cut flowers.