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Red Dahlia (Dahlia coccinea)

Dahlia coccinea, the Red Dahlia, is a vibrant perennial native to Mexico and Central America, celebrated for its bright red, daisy-like flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best flowering.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best flowering.

Can tolerate partial shade, but may flower less profusely.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Water more frequently during hot, dry periods.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25°C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Tuberous roots die back in winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

5-8 cm

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Synonyms
Bidens cervantesii Baill.
Bidens coccinea (Cav.) Baill.
Dahlia cervantesii (Lag. ex Sweet) Lag. ex DC.
Dahlia chisholmii Rose
Dahlia coronata Sprague
Dahlia crocata Sessé ex Lag.
Dahlia crocea (Willd.) Poir.
Dahlia gentryi Sherff
Dahlia gracilis Ortgies
Dahlia lutea Van den Berg
Dahlia popenovii Saff.
Dahlia yuarezii Van den Berg
Georgia coccinea (Cav.) Spreng.
Georgina cervantesii Lag. ex Sweet
Georgina coccinea (Cav.) Willd.
Georgina crocata (Sessé ex Lag.) Sweet
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusDahlia
  • speciesDahlia coccinea
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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