Status:
valid
Authors:
Torre
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Garcia de Orta, Ser. Bot. 2(2): 86. 1975
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017691
Common Names
- Emiliella biensis
- Giant Daisy
- Giant Daisy Bush
Description
Emiliella biensis (also called Bien's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woods, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Emiliella biensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Emiliella biensis is white and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile.
Cultivation and Propagation
Emiliella biensis is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained seed starting mix in the spring. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots and grow them on until they are ready to be planted in the garden. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Place the cuttings in a moist medium such as sand or perlite and keep in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready to be planted in the garden.
Where to Find Emiliella biensis
Emiliella biensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.
Emiliella biensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Emiliella biensis?
Emiliella biensis
What is the family of Emiliella biensis?
Asteraceae
What is the natural habitat of Emiliella biensis?
Open grasslands and meadows
Species in the Emiliella genus
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,