Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mauritanica
ID:
117111

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pomel) Dobignard

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37(1): 142 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116440



Common Names

  • Filago Mauritanica
  • Mauritanica Cottonrose
  • Mauritanica Cotton-rose


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Description

Filago mauritanica (also called Mauritian Cottonrose, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Filago mauritanica is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Filago mauritanica is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Filago mauritanica is a perennial herb native to North Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Filago mauritanica

Filago mauritanica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.

Filago mauritanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Filago mauritanica?

Filago mauritanica

What type of plant is Filago mauritanica?

Herb

Where is Filago mauritanica found?

Africa

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-77844: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Pomel (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pomel' in the authors string.
Alain Dobignard (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dobignard' in the authors string.