Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graminea
ID:
81510

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 303 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080839

Common Names

  • Graminea Emilia
  • Emilia Graminea
  • Emilia

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Synonyms

  • Sonchus gramineus Bojer ex DC. [unknown]
  • Sonchus gramineus Bojer [unknown]
  • Emilia graminea graminea [unknown]
  • Senecio rhodanthus Baker [unknown]

Description

Emilia graminea (also called Grass Emilia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, linear leaves and small white flowers. It grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia graminea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Emilia graminea flower has white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia graminea is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in early spring and will germinate in about 2 weeks. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Emilia graminea

Emilia graminea can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Emilia graminea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia graminea?

Emilia graminea

What are the common names of Emilia graminea?

Emilia, Graminea

What is the growth habit of Emilia graminea?

Emilia graminea is an annual herb

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,

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