Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
gcc
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 69 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076539
Common Names
- Emilia Daisy
- Cutleaf Daisy
- Integrifolia Daisy
Description
Emilia integrifolia (also called 'Cutleaf emilia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a spreading growth habit and is characterized by its yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Emilia integrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Emilia integrifolia is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped seed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Emilia integrifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and the seedlings should emerge in about two weeks. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle. Divide the clumps of plants in the spring or fall to propagate.
Where to Find Emilia integrifolia
Emilia integrifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and France.
Emilia integrifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Emilia integrifolia?
Emilia integrifolia
What type of plant is Emilia integrifolia?
Emilia integrifolia is an annual plant.
Where does Emilia integrifolia grow?
Emilia integrifolia is native to South 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,