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(Gottschl. & Meierott) S.Bräut. & Greuter
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Common Names
- Mountain Mouse-ear
- Mountain Pilosella
- Aequimont Mouse-ear
Description
Pilosella aequimontis (also called Aequimont Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has yellow flowers and grows in open fields and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella aequimontis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is used to treat fever, digestive disorders, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella aequimontis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed with a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella aequimontis is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Pilosella aequimontis
Pilosella aequimontis is native to Europe, and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Pilosella aequimontis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella aequimontis?
Pilosella aequimontis
What is the common name of Pilosella aequimontis?
Aequimont's mouse-ear hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Pilosella aequimontis?
Grasslands and scrublands
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,