Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
contracta
ID:
73826

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Chrtek & Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Preslia xxxv. 3 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073155



Common Names

  • Filago contracta
  • Contracted Filago
  • Compact Filago


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Synonyms

  • Evax contracta Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Filago contracta (also called Contracted Filago, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Filago contracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Filago contracta is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Filago contracta can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Filago contracta

Filago contracta is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Filago contracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Filago contracta?

Filago contracta

What is the common name of Filago contracta?

Contracted Filago

What is the natural habitat of Filago contracta?

Grassy areas and disturbed habitats

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-29897: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Jindřich Chrtek (1930-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chrtek' in the authors string.