Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subscaposa
ID:
15932

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lisowski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Pol. Bot. Stud. 1: 91. 1991 [1990 publ. 1991]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015261

Common Names

  • Emilia subscaposa
  • Subscapose Emilia
  • Woolly Emilia

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Description

Emilia subscaposa (also called Subscapose Emilia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has subscapose stems and leaves, and produces small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Emilia subscaposa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Emilia subscaposa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Emilia subscaposa is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and planted in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Emilia subscaposa

Emilia subscaposa can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and Washington.

Emilia subscaposa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Emilia subscaposa?

Emilia subscaposa

What is the natural habitat of Emilia subscaposa?

It is found in open grasslands, pastures, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

What are the characteristics of Emilia subscaposa?

It is an annual herb with serrated leaves and small white or pink flower heads.

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 version 1.0, record: tro-50175862: Originally associated with wfo-0001254658
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-114767: Based on the initial data import
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-50175862: Originally associated with wfo-0001254658
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.