Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
turneri
ID:
78500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Averett & A.M.Powell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 63: 375 (-377), fig. 1 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077829

Common Names

  • Gaillardia turneri
  • Blanket Flower
  • Turner Gaillardia

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Description

Gaillardia turneri (also called Turner's blanketflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow and red flowers. It is native to the western United States and Mexico, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Gaillardia turneri is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a border plant and for erosion control. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaillardia turneri has yellow-orange flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaillardia turneri is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly. Deadheading of spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Gaillardia turneri

Gaillardia turneri is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and chaparral.

Gaillardia turneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaillardia turneri?

Gaillardia turneri

What is the family of Gaillardia turneri?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Gaillardia turneri?

Turner's Blanketflower

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-34443: Based on the initial data import
Albert Michael Powell (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Powell' in the authors string.
John Earl Averett (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Averett' in the authors string.