Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevigata
ID:
6449

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts v. (1861) 135.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005778



Common Names

  • Dubautia laevigata
  • Dubautia
  • Laevigata


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Synonyms

  • Dubautia mendacoides O.Deg. & Sherff [unknown]
  • Dubautia laevigata laevigata [unknown]
  • Dubautia laevigata parvifolia Sherff [unknown]

Description

Dubautia laevigata (also called Smooth Dubautia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Hawaii. It has leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry and mesic forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dubautia laevigata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dubautia laevigata has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dubautia laevigata is a perennial herb native to the Hawaiian Islands. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or early summer. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Dubautia laevigata

Dubautia laevigata is native to Hawaii, and can be found in moist, rocky soils in open woods and along roadsides.

Dubautia laevigata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dubautia laevigata?

Dubautia laevigata

What is the natural habitat of Dubautia laevigata?

It is found in dry, open areas in the Hawaiian Islands.

What are the benefits of Dubautia laevigata?

Dubautia laevigata has been used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, as an anti-inflammatory, and to reduce fever.

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-105560: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.