Garden Dahlia
Dahlia pinnata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Garden Dahlia, scientifically known as Dahlia pinnata, is a breathtaking perennial celebrated for its vibrant, multi-layered blooms. Beyond its ornamental charm, this species holds significant medicinal potential, traditionally utilized in various cultures for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It remains a fascinating bridge between exquisite beauty and therapeutic utility.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Coreopsis Georgina · Dahlia Purpurea Var. Pallida · 28 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Großfiedrige Dahlie
French:
- Dahlia commun
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dahlia pinnataSynonyms
- Coreopsis georgina
- Dahlia purpurea var. pallida
- Dahlia mexicana
- Dahlia nana
- Georgina superflua var. flavescens
- Georgina superflua var. lilacina
- Dahlia pusilla
- Georgina superflua var. pallida
- Dahlia rosea
- Georgina superflua var. rubra
- Dahlia sambucifolia
- Georgina variabilis var. lilacina
- Dahlia sphondyliifolia
- Dahlia superflua
- Georgina variabilis var. purpurea
- Dahlia variabilis
- Georgina asepinae
- Georgina astrantiiflora
- Georgina superflua
- Georgina rosea
- Georgina superflua var. purpurea
- Georgina variabilis var. pallida
- Dahlia pinnata var. variabilis
- Dahlia purpurea var. flavescens
- Georgia rosea
- Dahlia purpurea var. rubra
- Dahlia purpurea var. lilacina
- Dahlia pinnata var. nana
- Dahlia royleana
- Bidens variabilis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is classified in the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Dahlia, specifically as the species Dahlia pinnata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dahlia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in Great Britain and Ireland. Its presence extends even further north into the country of Norway. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is well-established within Germany. Finally, its range reaches into Hungary, completing its distribution across these specific territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dahlia pinnata has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, IL 10, IL-6, Kaempferol-3-rutinoside, RUTIN.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IL 10 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IL-6 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaempferol-3-rutinoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sugars | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Phytochemical analysis : PCA
IL 10
- International journal of molecular sciences
IL-6
- International journal of molecular sciences
Kaempferol-3-rutinoside
- Phytochemical analysis : PCA
RUTIN
- Phytochemical analysis : PCA
Sugars
- Phytochemical analysis : PCA