Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cabrerae
ID:
60578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Covas

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 11: 262, figs (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059907



Common Names

  • Blanket Flower
  • Gaillardia
  • Cabrera's Blanket Flower


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Description

Gaillardia cabrerae (also called Cabrera Gaillardia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It has yellow and red flowers and is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, open woods, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gaillardia cabrerae is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive yellow and red flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as headaches and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaillardia cabrerae has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaillardia cabrerae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Gaillardia cabrerae

Gaillardia cabrerae is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Gaillardia cabrerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaillardia cabrerae?

Gaillardia cabrerae

What is the family of Gaillardia cabrerae?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gaillardia cabrerae?

Cabrera's blanketflower

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-16972: Based on the initial data import
Guillermo Covas (1915-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Covas' in the authors string.