Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gaudichaudii
ID:
100214

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 68: 116 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099543



Common Names

  • Gaudichaudii Daisy
  • Emilia Daisy
  • Emilia gaudichaudii


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Description

Emilia gaudichaudii (also called Gaudichaud's Emilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are white. It is found in dry areas, such as deserts, and is often used for erosion control.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia gaudichaudii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, digestive issues, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Emilia gaudichaudii has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are long and thin with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia gaudichaudii is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Emilia gaudichaudii

Emilia gaudichaudii is native to South America and is found in dry, grassy areas.

Emilia gaudichaudii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia gaudichaudii?

Emilia gaudichaudii

What is the common name of Emilia gaudichaudii?

Gaudichaud's Emilia

What is the natural habitat of Emilia gaudichaudii?

Grassy and rocky slopes

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-5626: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.