Tagetes lucida Mexican tarragon (Compositae)

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Tagetes lucida
Mexican tarragon
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The Tagetes lucida plant species is found in C. and S. America - Mexico to Guatamala. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Mexican tarragon.

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Latin Name:  Tagetes lucida
Common Name:  Mexican tarragon
Family:  Compositae
Author:  Cav.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.8   Mature Width:  0.4

Habitat:  Woods, hillsides and rocky slopes[192].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow March in a greenhouse. Only just cover the seed. Germination usually takes place within 2 weeks. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out after the last expected frosts. Basal cuttings in spring. Remove young shoots when about 5 - 10 cm tall, making sure to get as much of the underground stem as possible. Pot up into a sandy soil and keep in light shade until roots are formed, which usually takes 2- 3 weeks.

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