Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabra
ID:
76048

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC. ex Wight

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Contrib. Bot. Ind. 24. 1834

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075377



Common Names

  • Rough Emilia
  • Rough Daisy
  • Rough Fleabane


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Description

Emilia scabra (also called Rough emilia, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thin stem, reaching heights of up to 1.5 meters, and its leaves are lanceolate and alternate. It is found in grasslands, open fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia scabra is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Emilia scabra has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia scabra is a fast-growing, annual herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. It is best to water the cuttings regularly until they are established.

Where to Find Emilia scabra

Emilia scabra is native to South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, open woodlands, and other open areas.

Emilia scabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia scabra?

Emilia scabra

What is the common name of Emilia scabra?

Rough emilia

What type of plant is Emilia scabra?

It is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:203075-1: Based on the initial data import