Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
aestivalis
ID:
75682

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Walter) H.Rock

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 58: 315 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075011



Common Names

  • Summer Blanketflower
  • Summer Gaillardia
  • Aestivalis Blanketflower


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Synonyms

  • Gaillardia aestivalis aestivalis [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lutea lutea [unknown]
  • Helenium aestivale Walter [unknown]
  • Gaillardia fastigiata Greene [unknown]
  • Gaillardia aestivalis flavovirens (C.Mohr) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Gaillardia rigida Small ex Rydb. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia rigida Small [unknown]
  • Gaillardia aestivalis winkleri (Cory) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Polypteris integrifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lutea winkleri Cory [unknown]
  • Gaillardia bicolor Elliott [unknown]
  • Helenium serotinum Walter [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lutea Greene [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lanceolata flavovirens C.Mohr [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lanceolata fastigiata (Greene) Waterf. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lanceolata winkleri (Cory) Waterf. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia lanceolata Michx. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia chrysantha Small [unknown]
  • Gaillardia serotinum (Walter) H.Rock [unknown]

Description

Gaillardia aestivalis (also called Summer Blanketflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has yellow and red daisy-like flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gaillardia aestivalis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements. The plant is drought tolerant and is a good choice for xeriscaping.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gaillardia aestivalis var. austrotexana B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaillardia aestivalis has yellow-orange flowers with red tips and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaillardia aestivalis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the rootstock in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Gaillardia aestivalis

Gaillardia aestivalis is native to the United States and can be found in open woods and prairies.

Gaillardia aestivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaillardia aestivalis?

Gaillardia aestivalis

What is the common name of Gaillardia aestivalis?

Summer Blanket Flower

What is the natural habitat of Gaillardia aestivalis?

Prairies and open woodlands in the eastern United States

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-31717: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.
Howard Francis Leonard Rock (1925-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rock' in the authors string.