Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
43763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 911 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043092

Common Names

  • Emilia Abyssinica
  • Abyssinica Daisy
  • Abyssinian Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Senecio abyssinicus Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Senecio quartinianus Asch. [unknown]
  • Emilia abyssinica abyssinica [unknown]
  • Senecio bellidifolius A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Cacalia abyssinica R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Emilia abyssinica (also called Abyssinian daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. Its leaves are deeply lobed and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food flavoring agent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Emilia abyssinica var. macroglossa C.Jeffrey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Emilia abyssinica has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia abyssinica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Emilia abyssinica

Emilia abyssinica is native to Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Emilia abyssinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia abyssinica?

Emilia abyssinica

What type of plant is Emilia abyssinica?

It is an herb

Where is Emilia abyssinica found?

It is found in Ethiopia

Species in the Emilia genus

Emilia petitiana, Emilia tenera, Emilia transvaalensis, Emilia everettii, Emilia leucantha, Emilia somalensis, Emilia schmitzii, Emilia helianthella, Emilia longifolia, Emilia micrura, Emilia kivuensis, Emilia arvensis, Emilia bampsiana, Emilia leptocephala, Emilia cenioides, Emilia violacea, Emilia capillaris, Emilia subscaposa, Emilia duvigneaudii, Emilia sonchifolia, Emilia marlothiana, Emilia pseudactis, Emilia limosa, Emilia cryptantha, Emilia protracta, Emilia coccinea, Emilia serpentina, Emilia exserta, Emilia gossweileri, Emilia speeseae, Emilia rehmanniana, Emilia kasaiensis, Emilia libeniana, Emilia juncea, Emilia lyrata, Emilia simulans, Emilia baberka, Emilia hiernii, Emilia moutsamboteana, Emilia tenuipes, Emilia khaopawtaensis, Emilia tenuis, Emilia pumila, Emilia adamagibaensis, Emilia ukambensis, Emilia serrata, Emilia baldwinii, Emilia abyssinica, Emilia decaryi, Emilia alstonii,

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-141686: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.