Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
serrata
ID:
654781

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Coult. & Rose) Mathias & Constance

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 68: 123 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654113



Common Names

  • Donnellsmithia serrata
  • Serrated Donnellsmithia
  • Serrated Donnell-Smithia


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Synonyms

  • Museniopsis serrata J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]
  • Velaea serrata Drude [unknown]

Description

Donnellsmithia serrata (also called Serrate Donnell-Smith's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a single stem with a basal rosette of leaves, and is topped with a single flower head. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Donnellsmithia serrata is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Donnellsmithia serrata is a white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Donnellsmithia serrata: This plant is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is relatively easy to propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Donnellsmithia serrata

Donnellsmithia serrata can be found in Mexico, growing in dry areas and open woodlands.

Donnellsmithia serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Donnellsmithia serrata?

Donnellsmithia serrata

What is the common name of Donnellsmithia serrata?

Serrated Donnellsmithia

What type of plant is Donnellsmithia serrata?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2775354: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.