Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
86652

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


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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.

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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 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-42370: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.