Dahlia coccinea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
111754
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cav.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1795
Citation Micro:
Icon. 3: 33 (1795)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000111083
Common Names
- Coccinea Dahlia
- Scarlet Dahlia
- Red Dahlia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dahlia coccinea (also called Scarlet Dahlia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It grows in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dahlia coccinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright red flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dahlia coccinea is a bright red, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and a white fringe. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellow-green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dahlia coccinea is an annual plant that is easily propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Deadheading spent flowers will help to prolong flowering. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Dahlia coccinea
Dahlia coccinea is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Dahlia coccinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dahlia coccinea?
Dahlia coccinea
What is the common name of Dahlia coccinea?
Scarlet Dahlia
What is the family of Dahlia coccinea?
Asteraceae
Species in the Dahlia genus
Dahlia hintonii, Dahlia apiculata, Dahlia dissecta, Dahlia cuspidata, Dahlia tenuicaulis, Dahlia tenuis, Dahlia brevis, Dahlia moorei, Dahlia rudis, Dahlia sorensenii, Dahlia hjertingii, Dahlia foeniculifolia, Dahlia congestifolia, Dahlia scapigeroides, Dahlia merckii, Dahlia parvibracteata, Dahlia tubulata, Dahlia sherffii, Dahlia australis, Dahlia repens, Dahlia linearis, Dahlia pinnata, Dahlia pteropoda, Dahlia cordifolia, Dahlia excelsa, Dahlia campanulata, Dahlia mollis, Dahlia imperialis, Dahlia macdougallii, Dahlia rupicola, Dahlia scapigera, Dahlia purpusii, Dahlia spectabilis, Dahlia coccinea, Dahlia atropurpurea, Dahlia sublignosa, Dahlia neglecta, Dahlia pugana, Dahlia wixarika,
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-7025: Based on the initial data import
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.