Status:
valid
Authors:
F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Flora 45: 438 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127820
Common Names
- Pilosella
- White Hawkweed
- White Mouse-ear
Synonyms
- Hieracium vancouverianum Arv.-Touv. [unknown]
- Hieracium albiflorum albiflorum [unknown]
- Chlorocrepis albiflora (Hook.) W.A.Weber [unknown]
Description
Pilosella albiflora (also called White-flowered Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe. It has a tall, erect stem and grows up to 1 m in height. It has white flowers and grows in meadows, pastures, and open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosella albiflora is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosella albiflora is yellow and has a diameter of 8-10 mm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are light green and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosella albiflora is a perennial herb and is propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be pruned in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Pilosella albiflora
Pilosella albiflora can be found in grasslands and other open habitats in Europe, North Africa and western Asia.
Pilosella albiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosella albiflora?
Pilosella albiflora
What type of plant is Pilosella albiflora?
Pilosella albiflora is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Pilosella albiflora found?
Pilosella albiflora is found in Europe and North Africa.
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,