Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macdougallii
ID:
82037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bot. Leafl. n.° 2: 5 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081366



Common Names

  • Dahlia Macdougallii
  • MacDougall's Dahlia
  • MacDougall's Fleabane


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Description

Dahlia macdougallii (also called MacDougall's Dahlia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia macdougallii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dahlia macdougallii flower is a bright yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with bright yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia macdougallii is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it does best in sandy or loamy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape or size.

Where to Find Dahlia macdougallii

Dahlia macdougallii is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky hillsides.

Dahlia macdougallii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia macdougallii?

Dahlia macdougallii

What is the common name of Dahlia macdougallii?

MacDougall's Dahlia

Where is Dahlia macdougallii native to?

Mexico

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-37912: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.