species 22,416 observations
Garden Dahlia
Dahlia pinnata
Field notes
Dahlia pinnata (D. × pinnata) is a species in the genus Dahlia, family Asteraceae, with the common name garden dahlia. It is the type species of the genus and is widely cultivated.
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native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Salt Marsh Moth, Saddleback Caterpillar Moth, Alfalfa Looper, Elder Shoot Borer Moth
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Oblique Streaktail
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Common Eastern Bumble Bee, Fiery Skipper, Umber Skipper, Texas Striped Sweat Bee
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Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Plant type
- Perennial Wildflower
From USDA PLANTS.