Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 840 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044492
Common Names
- Staehelina dubia
- Doubtful Staehelina
- Doubtful False-heather
Synonyms
- Staehelina rosmarinifolia Cass. [unknown]
- Serratula dubia Brot. [unknown]
- Serratula rosmarinifolia Nyman [unknown]
- Staehelina dubia dubia [unknown]
- Roccardia purpurea Raf. [unknown]
- Serratula conica Lam. [unknown]
- Staehelina dubia macrocephala Faure & Maire [unknown]
- Staehelina tenuifolia C.Presl [unknown]
Description
Staehelina dubia (also called Dubious Staehelina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is found in North America. It has yellow flower heads, and its leaves are deeply divided. It is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in dry, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Staehelina dubia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Staehelina dubia is yellow, daisy-like, and has a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Staehelina dubia is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall in a cold frame or in the spring in a cold frame or directly in the garden.
Where to Find Staehelina dubia
Staehelina dubia is native to North America and can be found in moist woodlands and meadows.
Staehelina dubia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staehelina dubia?
Staehelina dubia
What type of plant is Staehelina dubia?
It is a herbaceous annual plant
Where is Staehelina dubia found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Staehelina genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,