Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adenocephala
ID:
6214

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 33: 759 (-760) (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005543



Common Names

  • Pilosella adenocephala
  • Adenocephala Pilosella
  • Adenocephala Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Hieracium adenocephalum Britton [unknown]
  • Hieracium pongoense Sleumer [unknown]
  • Hieracium chilense adenocephalum (Sch.Bip.) Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Pilosella adenocephala (also called Adenocephalous Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in open, sunny areas such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella adenocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosella adenocephala is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella adenocephala is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Pilosella adenocephala

Pilosella adenocephala can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Pilosella adenocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella adenocephala?

Pilosella adenocephala

What are the common names of Pilosella adenocephala?

Meadow hawkweed

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella adenocephala?

Meadows, pastures, and open woods

Species in the Pilosella genus

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,