Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aegaea
ID:
115705

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 6: 126 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115034



Common Names

  • Aegaean Filago
  • Greek Cudweed
  • Greek Cottonweed


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Description

Filago aegaea (also called Aegean Filago, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant with a single stem. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, open woods, meadows, and roadsides. The plant has yellow flowers and grows up to 2 feet tall.

Uses & Benefits

Filago aegaea is used as an ornamental plant, in landscaping, and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and skin issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Filago aegaea sub. aegaea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Filago aegaea flower is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Filago aegaea is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Filago aegaea

Filago aegaea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands. It is also found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Canary Islands.

Filago aegaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Filago aegaea?

Filago aegaea

What is the common name of Filago aegaea?

Silver Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Filago aegaea?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky areas

Species in the Filago genus

Filago petro-ianii, Filago neglecta, Filago californica, Filago argentea, Filago lusitanica, Filago tyrrhenica, Filago gallica, Filago nevadensis, Filago perpusilla, Filago lojaconoi, Filago pertomentosa, Filago arizonica, Filago crocidion, Filago carpetana, Filago mareotica, Filago pyramidata, Filago aberrans, Filago huruarica, Filago filaginoides, Filago inexpectata, Filago pygmaea, Filago germanica, Filago congesta, Filago desertorum, Filago sahariensis, Filago germanica, Filago prolifera, Filago eriocephala, Filago contracta, Filago libyaca, Filago arenaria, Filago duriaei, Filago mixta, Filago hurdwarica, Filago duriaei, Filago abyssinica, Filago eriosphaera, Filago lutescens, Filago aegaea, Filago depressa, Filago mauritanica, Filago anatolica, Filago fuscescens, Filago asterisciflora, Filago palaestina, Filago davisii, Filago arvensis, Filago cretensis, Filago hispanica, Filago paradoxa,

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-76512: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.