Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
14989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burtt Davy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Ann. Transvaal Mus. iii. 122 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014318



Common Names

  • Filiform Felicia
  • Filiform Daisy
  • Filiform Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Diplopappus filifolius teretifolius (Less.) DC. [unknown]
  • Diplopappus filifolius filifolius [unknown]

Description

Felicia filifolia (also called Needle-leaved Felicia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Asteraceae family. It has blue flowers and needle-like leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky, grassy slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Felicia filifolia has been used as an ingredient in salads and soups, and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive problems and skin ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Felicia filifolia sub. filifolia
Felicia filifolia sub. schaeferi (Dinter) Grau
Felicia filifolia sub. bodkinii (Compton) Grau
Felicia filifolia sub. schlechteri (Compton) Grau

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Felicia filifolia is blue and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Felicia filifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. For best results, water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Felicia filifolia

Felicia filifolia can be found in South Africa.

Felicia filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Felicia filifolia?

Felicia filifolia

What is the common name of Felicia filifolia?

Threadleaf Felicia

What is the natural habitat of Felicia filifolia?

It is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Species in the Felicia genus

Felicia deserti, Felicia namaquana, Felicia ovata, Felicia bergeriana, Felicia grantii, Felicia diffusa, Felicia boehmii, Felicia hirsuta, Felicia whitehillensis, Felicia westiae, Felicia comptonii, Felicia denticulata, Felicia mossamedensis, Felicia filifolia, Felicia cymbalarioides, Felicia serrata, Felicia anthemidodes, Felicia fruticosa, Felicia dregei, Felicia bechuanica, Felicia bampsiana, Felicia uliginosa, Felicia linifolia, Felicia stenophylla, Felicia petiolata, Felicia bergeriana, Felicia annectens, Felicia elongata, Felicia linearis, Felicia puberula, Felicia ebracteata, Felicia hyssopifolia, Felicia amoena, Felicia echinata, Felicia merxmuelleri, Felicia tenella, Felicia aculeata, Felicia dubia, Felicia bellidioides, Felicia rogersii, Felicia caespitosa, Felicia fascicularis, Felicia esterhuyseniae, Felicia smaragdina, Felicia clavipilosa, Felicia hirta, Felicia cana, Felicia nigrescens, Felicia canaliculata, Felicia ericifolia,

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-113848: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Burtt Davy (1870-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burtt Davy' in the authors string.