Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annae-vetterae
ID:
31890

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Zahn) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Muz., Rada Prír. 150(3-4): 139 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031219



Common Names

  • Pilosella Annae-Vetterae
  • Annae-Vetterae
  • Annas Mouse-ear


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Description

Pilosella annae-vetterae (also called Anna-Vetter's mouse-ear, among many other common names) is a species of perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosella annae-vetterae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosella annae-vetterae has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosella annae-vetterae is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed in spring or early summer and from cuttings in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Pilosella annae-vetterae

Pilosella annae-vetterae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas.

Pilosella annae-vetterae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosella annae-vetterae?

Pilosella annae-vetterae

What is the natural habitat of Pilosella annae-vetterae?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

What are the uses of Pilosella annae-vetterae?

It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

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-130190: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Karl Hermann Zahn (1865-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahn' in the authors string.