Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
31196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 176(1-2): 104 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030525



Common Names

  • Duhaldea griffithii
  • Griffith's Duhaldea
  • Griffith's Fleabane


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Description

Duhaldea griffithii (also called Griffith's Duhaldea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India. It grows up to 5 meters tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils and is adapted to survive in areas with low rainfall and high temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Duhaldea griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various health conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Duhaldea griffithii is a white or pinkish-white daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duhaldea griffithii can be propagated by seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division of clumps should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Duhaldea griffithii

Duhaldea griffithii is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Duhaldea griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duhaldea griffithii?

Duhaldea griffithii

What is the common name of Duhaldea griffithii?

Griffith's sedge

What is the habitat of Duhaldea griffithii?

Moist, grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures

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-129512: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.