Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
70393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 29(2): 100 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069722



Common Names

  • Tufted Emilia
  • Tufted Daisy
  • Tufted Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Emilia humbertii Robyns [unknown]
  • Emilia humbertii humbertii [unknown]
  • Emilia macaulayae Garab. [unknown]
  • Emilia humbertii angustifolia Robyns [unknown]

Description

Emilia caespitosa (also called 'tufted emilia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States, typically found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and sagebrush flats.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating colds, headaches, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Emilia caespitosa is a yellow, star-shaped head with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, black, flattened achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single basal leaf and a rosette of small, deeply lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia caespitosa is an annual herb that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedling mix.

Where to Find Emilia caespitosa

Emilia caespitosa can be found in dry, sunny habitats in the Mediterranean region.

Emilia caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia caespitosa?

Emilia caespitosa

What type of plant is Emilia caespitosa?

Annual herb

What is the natural habitat of Emilia caespitosa?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

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-26534: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.