Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hintonii
ID:
4715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 34: 147 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004044



Common Names

  • Dahlia hintonii
  • Hinton's Dahlia
  • Mexican Dahlia


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Description

Dahlia hintonii (also called Hinton's Dahlia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It has large, bright pink flowers and grows in open, sunny areas. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia hintonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dahlia hintonii is a large, bright pink, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia hintonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Dahlia hintonii

Dahlia hintonii is native to Mexico and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Dahlia hintonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia hintonii?

Dahlia hintonii

What is the common name of Dahlia hintonii?

Hinton's Dahlia

What is the natural habitat of Dahlia hintonii?

Dahlia hintonii is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

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,

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