Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Anderb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 176(1-2): 104 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085981
Common Names
- African Daisy
- Cuspidata Daisy
- Duhaldea Daisy
Description
Duhaldea cuspidata (also called Toothed Duhaldea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are lanceolate and toothed. The flowers are yellow and clustered in a head. It is found in dry, open woods and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Duhaldea cuspidata is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Duhaldea cuspidata has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Duhaldea cuspidata is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late fall and covered lightly with soil. Division of clumps should be done in early spring or late fall.
Where to Find Duhaldea cuspidata
Duhaldea cuspidata is native to the Chihuahuan Desert of northern Mexico.
Duhaldea cuspidata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Duhaldea cuspidata?
Duhaldea cuspidata
What is the common name of Duhaldea cuspidata?
Cuspidate Duhaldea
Where is Duhaldea cuspidata found?
Duhaldea cuspidata is found in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Duhaldea genus
Duhaldea latifolia,
Duhaldea wissmanniana,
Duhaldea griffithii,
Duhaldea simonsii,
Duhaldea cuspidata,
Duhaldea cappa,
Duhaldea nervosa,
Duhaldea forrestii,
Duhaldea rubricaulis,
Duhaldea pterocaula,
Duhaldea revoluta,
Duhaldea eupatorioides,
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,