Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scapigera
ID:
87747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Knowles & Westc.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Flor. Cab. 3: 113, t. 118. 1840

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087076



Common Names

  • Scapigera Dahlia
  • Dahlia Scapigera
  • Scapigera


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Synonyms

  • Georgina scapigera A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Dahlia scapigera scapigera [unknown]
  • Dahlia scapigera scapigera [unknown]

Description

Dahlia scapigera (also called Wild Dahlia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has lance-shaped leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia scapigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dahlia scapigera is bright yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia scapigera is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Dahlia scapigera

Dahlia scapigera is native to Mexico and Central America.

Dahlia scapigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia scapigera?

Dahlia scapigera

What is the common name of Dahlia scapigera?

Stemless Dahlia

What is the natural habitat of Dahlia scapigera?

Dahlia scapigera is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands 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-43451: Based on the initial data import
George Beauchamp Knowles (1790-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knowles' in the authors string.
Frederic Westcott (d.1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Westc.' in the authors string.