Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serpentina
ID:
24540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mesfin & Beentje

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59(3): 478 (-480; fig.) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023869



Common Names

  • Serpentina Emilia
  • Emilia Serpentina
  • Serpentine Emilia


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Description

Emilia serpentina (also called Snakeweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 2 feet tall and has lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are yellow and bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia serpentina is an ornamental plant in gardens, and it is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Emilia serpentina is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia serpentina is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Emilia serpentina

Emilia serpentina can be found in dry grasslands and scrubland in the Mediterranean region.

Emilia serpentina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia serpentina?

Emilia serpentina

What is the common name of Emilia serpentina?

Serpentine Emilia

What is the native range of Emilia serpentina?

Central and 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-123059: Based on the initial data import
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.