Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hiernii
ID:
37558

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036887



Common Names

  • Emilia
  • Hiernii
  • Emilia Hiernii


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Description

Emilia hiernii (also called Hiern's Emilia, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to tropical Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia hiernii is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Emilia hiernii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white-tipped ray florets. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia hiernii is a perennial plant native to Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Emilia hiernii

Emilia hiernii is native to the Canary Islands and is found in the wild in rocky areas.

Emilia hiernii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia hiernii?

Emilia hiernii

What is the common name of Emilia hiernii?

Hiern's Emilia

Where is Emilia hiernii found?

Emilia hiernii is found in Africa and Madagascar

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-135670: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.