Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
70176

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sessé & Moc.) McVaugh

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Bot. Results Sesse & Mocino Exped. (1787-1803) 148. 2000 [Spring 2000]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069505



Common Names

  • Heartleaf Dahlia
  • Dahlia cordifolia
  • Dahlia


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Synonyms

  • Dahlia cardiophylla S.F.Blake & Sherff [unknown]
  • Coreopsis cordifolia Sessé & Moc. [unknown]

Description

Dahlia cordifolia (also called Heartleaf Dahlia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry scrublands, rocky hillsides, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia cordifolia is primarily used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dahlia cordifolia is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round-shaped seed with a yellow or light-brown color. The seedlings are small, delicate, and have a light-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia cordifolia is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root ball in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Dahlia cordifolia

Dahlia cordifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in open, sunny areas, such as in meadows and along roadsides.

Dahlia cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia cordifolia?

Dahlia cordifolia

What type of plant is Dahlia cordifolia?

It is a perennial herb.

Where is Dahlia cordifolia found?

It is found in 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-26325: Based on the initial data import
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.