Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
120419

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.D.Sørensen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 71: 375 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119748



Common Names

  • Garden Dahlia
  • Dahlia
  • Purple Dahlia


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Description

Dahlia atropurpurea (also called Purple Dahlia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows up to 1 m tall and has purple flowers. It prefers moist, shaded areas and is found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia atropurpurea is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source, as its roots are edible and can be boiled or roasted. The flowers of this plant can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and other materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dahlia atropurpurea has a bright yellow flower with a dark center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia atropurpurea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year for the seedlings to become established. Division is the easiest and quickest way to propagate this plant.

Where to Find Dahlia atropurpurea

Dahlia atropurpurea is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Hidalgo, México, Michoacán, Morelos, Puebla, and Tlaxcala.

Dahlia atropurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia atropurpurea?

Dahlia atropurpurea

What is the common name of Dahlia atropurpurea?

Purple Dahlia

What is the natural habitat of Dahlia atropurpurea?

Dahlia atropurpurea is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas of Mexico and Central America.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-81030: Based on the initial data import
Paul Davidson Sørensen (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Sørensen' in the authors string.