Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amphipolia
ID:
1319321

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nägeli & Peter) Gottschl.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40(2): 194 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331775



Common Names

  • Pilosella Amphipolia
  • Amphipolia Daisy
  • Pilosella Daisy


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Description

Pilosella amphipolia (also called 'Amphipolous Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30cm tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and western Asia and is commonly found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella amphipolia is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella amphipolia has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella amphipolia is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divided plants should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pilosella amphipolia

Pilosella amphipolia is native to Central Europe and can be found in Poland, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic.

Pilosella amphipolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella amphipolia?

Pilosella amphipolia

What is the common name of Pilosella amphipolia?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella amphipolia?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains

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

Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.
Carl Nägeli (1817-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nägeli' in the authors string.
Günter Gottschlich (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gottschl.' in the authors string.