Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
filicaulis
ID:
523432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Pennell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 40: 438 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522764

Common Names

  • Agalinis filicaulis
  • Slender-stemmed Agalinis
  • Slender-stemmed False Foxglove

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Description

Agalinis filicaulis (also called Thread-Stem False Foxglove, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant with a slender stem and small, white, pink or purple flowers. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada, and is found in dry, sandy, or rocky open woods, thickets, and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Agalinis filicaulis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 3 feet in height and has bright yellow flowers. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agalinis filicaulis has white to pink flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, brown and smooth. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agalinis filicaulis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or fall in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or fall. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Agalinis filicaulis

Agalinis filicaulis is native to eastern North America.

Agalinis filicaulis FAQ

What is the common name of Agalinis filicaulis?

Slenderstem false foxglove

What is the natural habitat of Agalinis filicaulis?

Dry open woods, prairies, and roadsides

What is the height of Agalinis filicaulis?

Up to 60 cm

Species in the Agalinis genus

Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii, Agalinis pulchella, Agalinis purpurea, Agalinis ramosissima, Agalinis ramulifera, Agalinis reflexidens, Agalinis scarlatina, Agalinis schwackeana, Agalinis setacea,

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Francis W. Pennell (1886-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pennell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:6167-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].