Gaillardia candelaria - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candelaria
ID:
1318993
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
ipni
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Phytologia Mem. 13: 55 (-56) (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331447
Common Names
- Gaillardia Candelaria
- Candelaria Blanket Flower
- Candelaria Gaillardia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gaillardia candelaria (also called 'Candelaria Blanketflower', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gaillardia candelaria is used as an ornamental plant, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Gaillardia candelaria var. mikemoorei B.L.TurnerFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gaillardia candelaria has bright yellow flowers with a single row of petals and a single seed in each seed head. The seedlings are short and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gaillardia candelaria is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Gaillardia candelaria
Gaillardia candelaria is native to the southwestern United States.
Gaillardia candelaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaillardia candelaria?
Gaillardia candelaria
Where is Gaillardia candelaria found?
Southern South America
What is the habitat of Gaillardia candelaria?
It grows in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Gaillardia genus
Gaillardia amblyodon, Gaillardia pulchella, Gaillardia multiceps, Gaillardia spathulata, Gaillardia tontalensis, Gaillardia coahuilensis, Gaillardia suavis, Gaillardia cabrerae, Gaillardia pinnatifida, Gaillardia aestivalis, Gaillardia turneri, Gaillardia powellii, Gaillardia mexicana, Gaillardia comosa, Gaillardia parryi, Gaillardia doniana, Gaillardia aristata, Gaillardia gypsophila, Gaillardia arizonica, Gaillardia henricksonii, Gaillardia megapotamica, Gaillardia candelaria,
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
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77086831-1: Based on the initial data import