Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpicola
ID:
23900

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.W.Schultz & Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Flora 45(27): 426 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023229



Common Names

  • Pilosella alpicola
  • Alpine Mouse-ear
  • Alpine Hawkweed


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Description

Pilosella alpicola (also called Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to the alpine regions of Europe. It has a rosette of hairy leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella alpicola is a species of flowering plant that is native to the Alps and other mountainous regions of Europe. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat skin conditions and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella alpicola has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella alpicola is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by sowing the seeds in autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella alpicola

Pilosella alpicola is native to the Alps and can be found in alpine meadows, rocky slopes, and grasslands.

Pilosella alpicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella alpicola?

Pilosella alpicola

What is the common name of Pilosella alpicola?

Alpine mouse-ear hawkweed

What is the natural range of Pilosella alpicola?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-122450: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Schultz (1804-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Schultz' in the authors string.