Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forrestii
ID:
26860

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 24(4): 293 (1986): (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026189



Common Names

  • Dolomiaea forrestii
  • Forrestii Dolomiaea
  • Forrest's Dolomiaea


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Description

Dolomiaea forrestii (also called Forrest's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dolomiaea forrestii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dolomiaea forrestii is yellow, with a single row of petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seed is a small, black achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are thin and upright, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolomiaea forrestii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Divide the plant in spring or early summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Dolomiaea forrestii

Dolomiaea forrestii is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the mountains of Spain and Portugal.

Dolomiaea forrestii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Dolomiaea forrestii?

Dolomiaea forrestii is native to China.

What type of soil does Dolomiaea forrestii prefer?

Dolomiaea forrestii prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much light does Dolomiaea forrestii need?

Dolomiaea forrestii needs full sun to partial shade.

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-125307: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.