Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
georgii
ID:
80610

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Anth.) C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079939



Common Names

  • Dolomiaea georgii
  • Georg's Dolomiaea
  • Georg's Hawkweed


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Description

Dolomiaea georgii (also called George's dolomiaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has a single erect stem with white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is found in dry, rocky soils, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dolomiaea georgii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolomiaea georgii has yellow flowers with a white center and a yellow-green seed head. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolomiaea georgii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer. It can be pruned to keep it looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Dolomiaea georgii

Dolomiaea georgii can be found in the western United States, primarily in California.

Dolomiaea georgii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolomiaea georgii?

Dolomiaea georgii

What is the common name of Dolomiaea georgii?

Georg's Hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Dolomiaea georgii?

Open woods, meadows, and roadsides

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-36508: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.