Dahlia
Japanese Name:
ダリア
Romaji Name:
daria
Description
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The dahlia is a flowering plant species in the genus Dahlia, part of the Asteraceae family. Native to Mexico, dahlias are known for their striking, colorful blooms and wide variety of shapes and sizes. They are especially popular in gardens and floral arrangements due to their vibrant colors, which range from deep reds and purples to pinks, whites, oranges, and yellows.
History
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The dahlia is native to Mexico and Central America, where it was cultivated by the Aztecs for food, medicine, and decoration.
It was introduced to Europe in the late 18th century, first brought to Spain around 1789.
The flower was named after the Swedish botanist Anders Dahl, a student of Carl Linnaeus.
In the 19th century, breeders in Europe created many hybrids, making dahlias popular as ornamental plants.
They became especially fashionable in Victorian gardens due to their wide variety of shapes and colors.
Today, dahlias are celebrated worldwide and even recognized as the national flower of Mexico.