Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citrigracilis
ID:
13963

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.D.Keck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Publ. Carnegie Inst. Wash. 564: 44 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013292



Common Names

  • Common Madia
  • Graceful Madia
  • Citrigracilis Madia


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Description

Madia citrigracilis (also called Lemon madia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to California and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Madia citrigracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Madia citrigracilis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Madia citrigracilis can be cultivated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Madia citrigracilis

Madia citrigracilis is native to California and can be found in dry areas such as chaparral and grasslands.

Madia citrigracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Madia citrigracilis?

Madia citrigracilis

What type of plant is Madia citrigracilis?

Madia citrigracilis is an annual herb

What is the natural habitat of Madia citrigracilis?

Madia citrigracilis is native to western North America

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-112865: Based on the initial data import
David D. Keck (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Keck' in the authors string.