Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sublignosa
ID:
135563

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.D.Sørensen) Saar & P.D.Sørensen

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Sida 22(1): 545 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134892



Common Names

  • Dahlia sublignosa
  • Sublignosa Dahlia
  • Subligneous Dahlia


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Synonyms

  • Dahlia dissecta sublignosa P.D.Sørensen [unknown]

Description

Dahlia sublignosa (also called Wild Dahlia, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia sublignosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat various skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dahlia sublignosa has yellow flowers that are 2-3 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and have a rough surface. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia sublignosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate drought and frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Dahlia sublignosa

Dahlia sublignosa is native to Mexico and can be found in the highlands of the country.

Dahlia sublignosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia sublignosa?

Dahlia sublignosa

What is the common name of Dahlia sublignosa?

Dahlia

What is the natural habitat of Dahlia sublignosa?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

Paul Davidson Sørensen (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Sørensen' in the authors string.
Dayle E. Saar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saar' in the authors string.