Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
everettii
ID:
3915

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) Steenis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 13: 187 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003244

Common Names

  • Emilia Everettii
  • Everett's Emilia
  • Everett's Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Senecio everettii Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Emilia everettii (also called Everett's Emilia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has a thick, woody stem. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is often found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia everettii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Emilia everettii is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia everettii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Emilia everettii

Emilia everettii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Emilia everettii FAQ

What type of plant is Emilia everettii?

Emilia everettii is an annual herb.

Where is Emilia everettii native to?

Emilia everettii is native to South America.

What are the care requirements for Emilia everettii?

Emilia everettii requires full sun, well-draining soil, and occasional watering.

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

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:203042-1: Based on the initial data import