Filago gallica — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Filago gallica

Filago Gallica

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A note from PlantMom

Narrowleaf cottonrose is fairly resistant to disease and usually does not suffer from illnesses. However, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its environment. Such infections are typically not serious. In terms of care, this plant requires moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also encourage more flowering. Narrowleaf cottonrose is well suited for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive caregiving experience. It may need additional care when kept indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Filago Gallica.

Light

Narrowleaf cottonrose comes from bright, open habitats where it does best in full sun. It tolerates partial shade but favors direct sunlight for ideal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is noted for its sun-loving habit.

Temperature

Narrowleaf cottonrose is native to areas with moderate to hot temperatures, indicating a preferred range of 68 to 95 °F (20 to 35 °C). To ensure healthy growth, keep temperatures within this range when possible, and adjust them according to seasonal changes.

Fertilizer

Narrowleaf cottonrose benefits from regular, weak fertilizer applications to encourage healthy leaf growth. You should fertilize Narrowleaf cottonrose about once a month during the summer months. Nitrogen is essential for foliage, and supplying nitrogen-rich sources helps Narrowleaf cottonrose thrive.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Filago
Family
Asteraceae
Hardiness Zone
9
Mature Height
5 cm to 20 cm
Mature Spread
10 cm to 20 cm
Leaf Color
Gray, Silver
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
Yellow, Green, Brown
Flower Size
0.10 cm to 0.20 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Summer
Native Area
Libya, Turkey, Tunisia, Montenegro, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Greece, Croatia, Morocco, Serbia, Lebanon, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Syria, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Albania, United Kingdom, Algeria, France
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Narrow-leaved Cudweed en Narrowleaf Cottonrose en Narrow Cudweed en French cudweed en Narrow-leaf cotton rose en Dagger-leaf cottonrose en Narrow-leaf cottonrose
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Filago gallica leaf
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Filago gallica leaf
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Filago gallica flower
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Filago gallica flower
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Filago gallica habit
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Filago gallica habit
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ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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