Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
19118

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.D.Sørensen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 71: 335 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018447



Common Names

  • Tenuicaulis Dahlia
  • Dahlia Tenuicaulis
  • Tenuicaulis Dahl


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Description

Dahlia tenuicaulis (also called 'Slender-stemmed Dahlia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a single stem, with a basal rosette of leaves and a terminal inflorescence. The leaves are lanceolate with entire margins and the flowers are yellow with a yellow center. It grows in open grasslands, roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dahlia tenuicaulis is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers in a range of colors. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dahlia tenuicaulis has daisy-like flowers that are typically 2-3 inches in diameter and have yellow-orange petals with a red center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dahlia tenuicaulis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Dahlia tenuicaulis

Dahlia tenuicaulis is native to Mexico and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Dahlia tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dahlia tenuicaulis?

Dahlia tenuicaulis

What is the common name of Dahlia tenuicaulis?

Slender-stalked Dahlia

What is the natural habitat of Dahlia tenuicaulis?

Dahlia tenuicaulis is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of 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-117834: Based on the initial data import
Paul Davidson Sørensen (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Sørensen' in the authors string.