Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cenioides
ID:
11544

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 914 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010873

Common Names

  • Cenioides
  • Cenioides Daisy
  • Cenioides Fleabane

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Description

Emilia cenioides (also called 'Blue Lace Flower' and 'Rattlesnake Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces blue flowers with yellow centers. It grows in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia cenioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Emilia cenioides has a yellow flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia cenioides is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It can be propagated by division or by taking cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Emilia cenioides

Emilia cenioides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky soils. It is also found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Emilia cenioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia cenioides?

Emilia cenioides

What is the common name of Emilia cenioides?

Cenioides Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Emilia cenioides?

Rocky Mountain regions of North America

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-110537: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.