Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arvensis
ID:
8786

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mesfin & Beentje

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59(3): 480 (-481; fig.) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008115



Common Names

  • Emilia Arvensis
  • Field Emilia
  • Field Daisy


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Description

Emilia arvensis (also called Corn Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia arvensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Emilia arvensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a diameter of 1-2 inches. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia arvensis is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. When grown from cuttings, it should be taken from a healthy plant and planted in a pot filled with moist soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and established themselves.

Where to Find Emilia arvensis

Emilia arvensis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is a common weed in cultivated fields and pastures.

Emilia arvensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia arvensis?

Emilia arvensis

What is the common name of Emilia arvensis?

Field Daisy

Where is Emilia arvensis found?

It is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia

Species in the Emilia genus

Emilia petitiana, Emilia tenera, Emilia transvaalensis, Emilia everettii, Emilia leucantha, Emilia somalensis, Emilia schmitzii, Emilia helianthella, Emilia longifolia, Emilia micrura, Emilia kivuensis, Emilia arvensis, Emilia bampsiana, Emilia leptocephala, Emilia cenioides, Emilia violacea, Emilia capillaris, Emilia subscaposa, Emilia duvigneaudii, Emilia sonchifolia, Emilia marlothiana, Emilia pseudactis, Emilia limosa, Emilia cryptantha, Emilia protracta, Emilia coccinea, Emilia serpentina, Emilia exserta, Emilia gossweileri, Emilia speeseae, Emilia rehmanniana, Emilia kasaiensis, Emilia libeniana, Emilia juncea, Emilia lyrata, Emilia simulans, Emilia baberka, Emilia hiernii, Emilia moutsamboteana, Emilia tenuipes, Emilia khaopawtaensis, Emilia tenuis, Emilia pumila, Emilia adamagibaensis, Emilia ukambensis, Emilia serrata, Emilia baldwinii, Emilia abyssinica, Emilia decaryi, Emilia alstonii,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-107853: Based on the initial data import
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.