Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
gcc
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(14): 52 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038083
Common Names
- Infirm Doellingeria
- Fuzzy Daisy
- Fuzzy Fleabane
Synonyms
- Diplostephium cornifolium DC. [unknown]
- Doellingeria humilis (Willd.) Britton [unknown]
- Diplopappus cornifolius (Muhl. ex Willd.) Less. ex Darl. [unknown]
- Doellingeria umbellata humilis (Willd.) W.Stone [unknown]
- Aster umbellatus brevisquamus Fernald [unknown]
- Aster cornifolius Muhl. ex Willd. [unknown]
- Chrysopsis humilis DC. [unknown]
- Doellingeria cornifolia Nees [unknown]
- Aster humilis Willd. [unknown]
- Aster infirmus Michx. [unknown]
Description
Doellingeria infirma (also called Infirm doellingeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the eastern United States. It has small white flowers and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Doellingeria infirma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, respiratory problems, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Doellingeria infirma is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Doellingeria infirma is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating by division, divide the clumps of plants in the spring or fall and replant in a sunny location. Water regularly until the plants are established.
Where to Find Doellingeria infirma
Doellingeria infirma is found in the United States and Canada.
Doellingeria infirma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Doellingeria infirma?
Doellingeria infirma
What type of plant is Doellingeria infirma?
A perennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Doellingeria infirma?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Doellingeria genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,