The Red Gaillardia [Gaillardia amblyodon] is a wildflower in the Asteraceae family is endemic to Texas, United States, where it grows in large patches on sandy soils of abandoned fields, pastures, prairies, and woodland openings. The plant has a leafy stem close to the ground from which 6-8 stalks grow bearing a single flower each. The stalks could reach a height of 18 inches [45 cm]. Each plant has 8-12 flowers variegating in shades of red and purple. A rare yellow variant is also known. The wildflower is closely related to the wider spread Gaillardia pulchella [aka Indian Blanket, Mexican Banquet]. Both species are cultivated as ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Some hybrids are popular. The genus is named in honor of the French Botanist M. Gaillard de Charentonneau.