Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
suavis
ID:
43052

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray & Engelm.) Britton & Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Trans. New York Acad. Sci. 7: 11 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042381



Common Names

  • Gaillardia suavis
  • Suavis Gaillardia
  • Gaillardia


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Synonyms

  • Agassizia suavis A.Gray & Engelm. [unknown]
  • Gaillardia simplex Scheele [unknown]
  • Gaillardia trinervata Small [unknown]
  • Gaillardia tuberculata Scheele [unknown]

Description

Gaillardia suavis (also called Sweet Gaillardia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gaillardia suavis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaillardia suavis is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaillardia suavis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Gaillardia suavis

Gaillardia suavis is native to the North American prairies.

Gaillardia suavis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Gaillardia suavis?

Gaillardia suavis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils.

How often should I water Gaillardia suavis?

Gaillardia suavis should be watered regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

How do I propagate Gaillardia suavis?

Gaillardia suavis can be propagated by seed or by division in spring or fall. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

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-140998: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.