Also known as Alfilaree · Alfilaria · Filaree
Redstem filaree (Erodium aethiopicum) is a low-growing annual herb with small pink flowers, often found in dry, disturbed areas and coastal bluffs.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Prefers well-drained soil; avoid overwatering, especially in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C during the growing season; can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly once the soil has dried out. Erodium aethiopicum prefers drier conditions and is susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months when the plant is less active.
Pruning is minimal. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems as needed to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage bushier growth.
Light pinching back of stem tips can also promote more prolific flowering throughout its blooming period.
Propagate Erodium aethiopicum from seed sown in spring or autumn. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe shoots in summer and rooted in a well-draining medium.
This species can also self-seed readily in suitable conditions.
Repot Erodium aethiopicum only when necessary, typically every 2-3 years, preferably in spring. Choose a pot that allows for good drainage.
Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, to mimic its native habitat.
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Where Redstem Filaree (Erodium aethiopicum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Geraniales |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Erodium |
| Species | Erodium aethiopicum |
Similar in genus Erodium
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