Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kalalauensis
ID:
30558

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Baldwin & G.D.Carr

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15(2): 259 (-263; fig. 1) (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029887



Common Names

  • Dubautia Kalalauensis
  • Kalalauensis Dubautia
  • Dubautia


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Description

Dubautia kalalauensis (also called Kalalau dubautia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Hawaii and grows in moist, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dubautia kalalauensis is used as a groundcover and ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dubautia kalalauensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dubautia kalalauensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Dubautia kalalauensis

Dubautia kalalauensis is native to the Kalalau Valley on the Hawaiian island of Kauai. It can be found in moist meadows and along streams.

Dubautia kalalauensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dubautia kalalauensis?

Dubautia kalalauensis

What type of plant is Dubautia kalalauensis?

It is a shrub

Where is Dubautia kalalauensis found?

It is found in the Kalalau Valley of Kauai, Hawaii

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-128889: Based on the initial data import
Bruce Gregg Baldwin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Baldwin' in the authors string.
Gerald D. Carr (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Carr' in the authors string.