Status:
valid
Authors:
Stebbins
Source:
gcc
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 75: 51 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045820
Common Names
- Purple Dubyaea
- Purple-stemmed Dubyaea
- Atropurpurea Dubyaea
Description
Dubyaea atropurpurea (also called Purple Dubyaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to California. It has small, purple flowers and leaves that are usually covered in fine hairs. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in grasslands, woodlands and coastal scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Dubyaea atropurpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dubyaea atropurpurea is a small yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to four leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dubyaea atropurpurea is a perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring. Seeds should be sown in a shallow container and covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they reach a few inches in height. Cuttings can be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be divided every few years to maintain their vigor.
Where to Find Dubyaea atropurpurea
Dubyaea atropurpurea can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Dubyaea atropurpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dubyaea atropurpurea?
Dubyaea atropurpurea
What is the common name of Dubyaea atropurpurea?
Purple Dubyaea
What are the medicinal uses of Dubyaea atropurpurea?
It is used to treat fever, headaches, and skin conditions.
Species in the Dubyaea genus
Dubyaea tsarongensis,
Dubyaea emeiensis,
Dubyaea jinyangensis,
Dubyaea rubra,
Dubyaea cymiformis,
Dubyaea atropurpurea,
Dubyaea forrestii,
Dubyaea hispida,
Dubyaea gombalana,
Dubyaea amoena,
Dubyaea stebbinsii,
Dubyaea oligocephala,
Dubyaea blinii,
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,