Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sorensenii
ID:
33904

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.V.Hansen & Hjert.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 16(4): 454 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033233



Common Names

  • Sorensen's Dahlia
  • Mexican Dahlia
  • Tree Dahlia


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Description

Dahlia sorensenii (also called Sorensen's Dahlia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 m in height and is covered with white hairs. Its leaves are deeply lobed and its flowers are yellow and clustered. It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia sorensenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and pink flower heads. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dahlia sorensenii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia sorensenii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions in late spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Dahlia sorensenii

Dahlia sorensenii is found in the temperate regions of Mexico and Central America, including Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Dahlia sorensenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia sorensenii?

Dahlia sorensenii

What is the common name of Dahlia sorensenii?

Sorensen's dahlia

What is the natural habitat of Dahlia sorensenii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-132132: Based on the initial data import
Jens Peter Knudsen Hjerting (1917-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hjert.' in the authors string.
Hans Vilhelm Hansen (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.V.Hansen' in the authors string.