Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
megapotamica
ID:
137767

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 276 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137096



Common Names

  • Megapotamian Blanketflower
  • Gaillardia megapotamica
  • Giant Blanketflower


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Synonyms

  • Gaillardia scabiosoides (Arn. ex DC.) Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Cercostylos brasiliensis Less. [unknown]
  • Polypteris brasiliensis Less. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia megapotamica megapotamica [unknown]
  • Cephalophora elongata D.Don ex DC. [unknown]
  • Guentheria megapotamica Spreng. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia doniana discoidea Griseb. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia scabiosoides scabiosoides [unknown]
  • Gaillardia megapotamica megapotamica [unknown]
  • Gaillardia scabiosoides (Arn. ex DC.) Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Gaillardia megapotamica (also called Megapotamian Gaillardia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gaillardia megapotamica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gaillardia megapotamica var. scabiosoides (Arn. ex DC.) Baker
Gaillardia megapotamica var. radiata Baker

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaillardia megapotamica has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have large, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaillardia megapotamica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Gaillardia megapotamica

Gaillardia megapotamica can be found in wet meadows and along streams in South America.

Gaillardia megapotamica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaillardia megapotamica?

Gaillardia megapotamica

What is the common name of Gaillardia megapotamica?

Great River Gaillardia

What is the habitat of Gaillardia megapotamica?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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