Tasselflower
Emilia spp.
Also known as
Pualele
Starr 050405-5699 Emilia fosbergii by Forest & Kim Starr (CC BY 3.0)
Full Sun
Tender
13b
USDA zone
18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
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Flowering
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Tasselflower Overview
The genus Emilia consists of around 115 herbaceous annual and perennial species also known as tasselflowers. Named after their flower appearance, these are either produced singly or in flattened corymbs, on upright stems and they resemble tassels, often coloured yellow, orange, red or purple. Originating from tropical and sub-tropical climates in Asia and Africa. This genus is found in the Asteraceae (Asteraceae) family of daisies.
How to propagate Tasselflower
Seed
Seed sown under glass in spring.
Special features of Tasselflower
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Tasselflower
Grown for its flower heads that are good for cutting.