Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gaillaroioides
ID:
37452

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 148 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036781

Common Names

  • Gaillaroioides Layia
  • Layia
  • Gaillaroioides

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Synonyms

  • Tridax gaillardioides Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Layia gaillaroioides (also called Gaillard's Tidytips, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to California, where it grows in grasslands and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Layia gaillaroioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Layia gaillaroioides is a yellow disc floret with a short, thick receptacle. The seed is a small, black, triangular nutlet. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Layia gaillaroioides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It is best propagated by division in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Layia gaillaroioides

Layia gaillaroioides is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, rocky hillsides, and grasslands.

Layia gaillaroioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Layia gaillaroioides?

Layia gaillaroioides

What is the natural habitat of Layia gaillaroioides?

Layia gaillaroioides is found in dry, open areas in California and Nevada.

What is the growth habit of Layia gaillaroioides?

Layia gaillaroioides is an annual herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height.

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-135571: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.