# Felicia

/fəˈɫiʃə/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/felicia
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

a small plant from southern Africa that has blue flowers with yellow centers. It looks like a blue daisy and people often grow it in gardens.

For teachers: a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae, native to southern Africa. Characterised by composite flower heads with blue ray florets and yellow disc florets.

## Examples

- The gardener planted blue felicia along the border.
- Felicia amelloides, commonly known as the blue daisy, is a popular choice for rock gardens due to its vibrant color and drought tolerance.
- While many species within the genus are annuals, the shrubby varieties of felicia are prized in Mediterranean climates for their ability to provide consistent ground cover and year-round blooms.

## Usage notes

- Often used as a collective noun for the genus or as a common name for specific species like Felicia amelloides.

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