Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edulis
ID:
37248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 24(4): 294 (1986): (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036577



Common Names

  • Dolomiaea edulis
  • Edible Dolomiaea
  • Edible Plume-thistle


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Synonyms

  • Vladimiria edulis (Franch.) Y.Ling [unknown]
  • Vladimiria edulis caulescens (Franch.) Ling [unknown]
  • Jurinea edulis Franch. [unknown]
  • Vladimiria edulis bracteata Ling [unknown]
  • Jurinea edulis edulis [unknown]
  • Jurinea edulis edulis [unknown]
  • Vladimiria edulis edulis [unknown]
  • Saussurea edulis edulis [unknown]
  • Saussurea edulis caulescens Franch. [unknown]
  • Vladimiria edulis pinnatifida Ling [unknown]
  • Jurinea edulis caulescens (Franch.) Franch. [unknown]
  • Saussurea edulis Franch. [unknown]
  • Jurinea edulis caulescens Franch. [unknown]

Description

Dolomiaea edulis (also called Edible Dolomiaea, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows to a height of about 0.5 m. It is native to North America, and is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, lanceolate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Dolomiaea edulis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance plant that is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolomiaea edulis has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolomiaea edulis is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated by seed, as it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year for the seeds to sprout. It is also susceptible to frost damage.

Where to Find Dolomiaea edulis

Dolomiaea edulis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, sandy soils and full sun.

Dolomiaea edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolomiaea edulis?

Dolomiaea edulis

What type of plant is Dolomiaea edulis?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

What is the natural habitat of Dolomiaea edulis?

It is native to Central and South 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-135375: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.