Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fallax
ID:
45647

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mattf.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 918 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044976



Common Names

  • False Emilia
  • False Daisy
  • Emilia Fallax


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Synonyms

  • Senecio fallax Mattf. [unknown]

Description

Emilia fallax (also called False Emilia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Peru and Bolivia, and grows in dry mountain forests. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia fallax is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Emilia fallax is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, thin, light green stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia fallax is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Emilia fallax

Emilia fallax can be found in Argentina.

Emilia fallax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia fallax?

Emilia fallax

What are the common names of Emilia fallax?

No common names are known for Emilia fallax

What is the natural habitat of Emilia fallax?

Emilia fallax is native to the Andes Mountains in South America

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-143501: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.