Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiradiata
ID:
114674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv. & A.Gray ex Torr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
in Emory, Notes Mil. Reconnois. 144. 1848

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114003

Common Names

  • Baileya multiradiata
  • Desert Marigold
  • Desert Baileya

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Description

Baileya multiradiata (also called Desert Marigold, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 to 2.5 cm. It grows in sandy soils and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Baileya multiradiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies, to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baileya multiradiata has yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baileya multiradiata is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer.

Where to Find Baileya multiradiata

Baileya multiradiata is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas.

Baileya multiradiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baileya multiradiata?

Baileya multiradiata

What is the common name of Baileya multiradiata?

Desert Marigold

What is the habitat of Baileya multiradiata?

It is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

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-7551: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.