Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flaccida
ID:
89265

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 916 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088594



Common Names

  • Emilia Flaccida
  • Flaccida Emilia
  • Soft Emilia


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Description

Emilia flaccida (also called Flaccid Emilia, among many other common names) is a small annual herb with linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry, open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia flaccida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Emilia flaccida are white, with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia flaccida is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and keep moist until germination occurs. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Emilia flaccida

Emilia flaccida is native to South America, found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Emilia flaccida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia flaccida?

Emilia flaccida

What is the common name of Emilia flaccida?

Flaccid emilia

What type of plant is Emilia flaccida?

Herbaceous perennial

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-44925: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.